Emission Recall 06E17 on 2003-2004 6.0L Powerstroke

[ford861]

I received a voluntary emissions recall from ford back in march concerning my 2003 6.0L. The recall number is 06E17. It says the exhaust pressure sensor may have corrosion on the electrode surface and by reprogramming the exhaust pressure sensor will not be used anymore. Is this something that I should have done? Some of the symptoms that they listed seem to be some that I have. Has anyone had problems and had this done?

Thanks
Nathan

[dvtech]

i replace them all the time & do a reflash of the pcm,ficm & tcm, thats the procedure for the recall. the sensor has a new revised porcelon element to stop the build up of carbon. yes, GETTER DONE. also there suppose to check for restriction in the tube. have'nt seen very many w/ that problem though.

[FamilyRide]

Yes, search on it and you'll find 37648 threads about it.

Thing I'm scratching my head about is, if you're a Ford Tech at a Ford dealership, how/why are you replacing the EP sensor under this recall that recalibrates to eliminate any and all input from the sensor?

And that's one of the first times I've heard anyone mention the tube on TDS. Appearently the tube is very small and when the EP was being replaced, a diligent tech would usually replace the tube anyway.

[partzsf]

I had it done, I noticed an increase in power (like it used to be) and a slight drop in MPG.
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[4x4Mark]

My guess is DieselMech50 is referring to the recall that came out last summer for the '04s. I'm just waiting for the new strategy to be applied to the later '04's - one would think its on the way if proved successful on the earlier models.

Mark

[YonkerTx]

I was unhappy with the way my truck was performing after 3 PCM updates when I got the recall. I am very happy now and suggest you have it done. Make sure they perform the "KAM" Keep Alive Memory reset or you can do it yourself by disconnecting the batts. for 15 mins. and then reconn. them and start the truck. Let it idle for about 10 mins. You will hear some changes in the turbo pitch as the comp. is relearning sens. inputs.

[GrampyJim]

For 06E17, the EBP sensor is NOT replaced as has been noted.

Some important steps to remember.... during the reprogram, the FICM relay should be removed. Earlier reflashes added a strategy that would have the FICM cycle the injectors during the "Wait to start" phase - the electrical "noise" caused by this function (remember this is 48 volts) can affect data transfer and storage. Removing the FICM relay disables the injector power feed but, since the FICM has a dedicated feed for the computation cicuits, the FICM is still reprogrammed. I've had words with one of my techs for neglecting this step.

After the reflash, my preference for clearing KAM (keep alive memory) is to disconnect the battery grounds for 5 minutes and turn the headlight switch on for this time period.

After the KAM is cleared, cycle the key ON - OFF - ON - OFF before starting the unit. This step is important. Start the truck and leave it idle... the VGT map will not learn until after engine oil temp reaches about 160F. Those with a scan tool that can monitor PIDs can watch VGT_LRN - once the VGT map is learned, this PID will toggle from "NO" to "YES".

For 06E17 strategy to perform as intended, it is vital that there are no boost related concerns present. We are told that intake and exhaust modifications can affect this strategy but I work on so few modified trucks that I can't say one way or the other.

If a shop replaces the EBP on a truck that has either had 06E17 performed or qualifies for 06E17, the warranty nazis will find it and the shop will be charged back.

HTH

[OT]

Has your 6L been reflashed before? If so n/a, however if this is 1st time beaware of other changes that will be made that are NOT listed. Elimination of p.i./t-haul shifts (if tqshift a/t) changed for starters. Some ok with these changes/some not. Dont get me wrong, this one appears to be more a positive problem fixer, just be aware. Based on what others are saying, not mine. Got my notice dated 3/06. Decided not to do as mine running ok at the time, mine still orig. oem, however...

Recent trip & ck.e.(emission) light came on & felt like slight power loss. 2 days later light off & power etc. seemed normal. This is listed in 06E17. I dont lightly dismiss any FMC updates, just dont agree/like how they lump all reflashes (RC's running changes) together, sort of like.. take it/leave it. So far have left it, but appears maybe taking soon. [img]/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/shrug.gif[/img] Good luck!

[Skweeker]

My EBP sensor tube and sensor were clogged with carbon and soot deposits 6 months after I purchased my truck. This caused several dead pedal issues when driving home in the snow January 2005.

I replaced the EBP sensor and the tube then. No more dead pedal issues. To this day I'm still running on that replacement sensor. The sensor should have failed by now but has not. The sensor is the original design part. I do have the updated sensor in my glovebox for when the sensor fails.

My truck is not listed for the 06E17 recall. My sister-in-law's truck was and I told her not to have it performed.

Guess what? Sister-in-law had truck into dealer for routine maintenance work and the dealer flashed the truck.

[afd464]

The check engine light just came on on my 2005 EX it has a 2004 motor I have noticed no problems with performance and am scraching my head trying to figure out what is wrong. The EX has lots of power and shifts great I dont want some FORD tech to screw it up. I have a budy who has an 05 F350 with the same intake I have and he doesent have a mass air flow sensor? Could my problem be the ebp sunsor????????



Help Aaron

[4x4Mark]

No way of knowing what the problem is without knowing the codes that triggered the check engine light - anything is possible. But, if you have the original AFE Stage II without the updated tube, that may be the culprit.

Mark

[afd464]

whats the updated tube? I just got the intake a month ago.

[4x4Mark]

It moves the location of the MAF sensor farther back. Does your current one have the 3 connecting nuts integrated into the tube? On my original I had to use loose nuts to connect the tube; on the new one they are fabricated into the tube.

Mark

[PHS79]

My dads truck (an early 05) got an emissions recall early in the year, I don't know the number but I am guessing that it is this one. And ever since them the mileage has sucked. He went from 15-16 mpg all the time to 12.5 mpg at the very best. Above the drivers side head light there is a "authorized modifications" sticker here is what is says--PCM, TCM, FICM recalibrated and EP sensor replaced.

Is there anything that can be done to get better mileage out of the truck?

[afd464]

Yes and they were a pain in the b**t to get on