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    4.6 2v p0602 code theft flashing

Blue2v

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I have a 1998 Ford Mustang Gt with a PI engine and a couple bolt ons. I had a no start issue and checked everything. Fuel pressure is at the Schrader valve, and I have spark. It cranks but doesn’t start. The theft light was flashing so I thought I would take my sct tuner and get pats disabled. I flashed the tune on the car, and now it does the same thing, with a code P0602 stored in the dtc which states there is a pcm programming error. I just ordered a forscan usb and was wondering if anyone had any idea what to try once I get the ForScan?
 

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Blue2v said:
I have a 1998 Ford Mustang Gt with a PI engine and a couple bolt ons. I had a no start issue and checked everything. Fuel pressure is at the Schrader valve, and I have spark. It cranks but doesn’t start. The theft light was flashing so I thought I would take my sct tuner and get pats disabled. I flashed the tune on the car, and now it does the same thing, with a code P0602 stored in the dtc which states there is a pcm programming error. I just ordered a forscan usb and was wondering if anyone had any idea what to try once I get the ForScan?
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did you end up fixing? my 2001 cobra is doing this same thing and has the same code!
 

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did you end up fixing? my 2001 cobra is doing this same thing and has the same code!
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No sir. I was told I need a pcm reflash but every Ford dealership I call says they won’t work on any car older than 2004 so I can’t find anyone to reprogram it.
 
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So when did Ford start that BS policy? I bet they will work on trade ins older than that.

There are many how to videos online to get you going.

Here is a mail in service.

ECM Flash - ECU Reprogramming Control Modules.

Flash ECM ECU TCM PCM. Most Makes & Models. Call 480-464-ASAP for ECM Flash. We use the same tools dealerships use. Phoenix Area Mobile Service
asapspeedometerrepair.com

Here is even a reworked ECU.

Ford PCM | Ford ECM | Ford ECU

Our Ford PCM are specifically programmed to your VIN and flashed with the latest software update from Ford. We offer an immense variety of PCM for all engine sizes and emissions.
www.fs1inc.com
The ECU Exchange on EBay probably has better prices if you need repair, and I bet reflashing is a part of a newer ECU repair.
 
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7991LXnSHO said:
So when did Ford start that BS policy? I bet they will work on trade ins older than that.

There are many how to videos online to get you going.

Here is a mail in service.

ECM Flash - ECU Reprogramming Control Modules.

Flash ECM ECU TCM PCM. Most Makes & Models. Call 480-464-ASAP for ECM Flash. We use the same tools dealerships use. Phoenix Area Mobile Service
asapspeedometerrepair.com

Here is even a reworked ECU.

Ford PCM | Ford ECM | Ford ECU

Our Ford PCM are specifically programmed to your VIN and flashed with the latest software update from Ford. We offer an immense variety of PCM for all engine sizes and emissions.
www.fs1inc.com
The ECU Exchange on EBay probably has better prices if you need repair, and I bet reflashing is a part of a newer ECU repair.
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Honestly I have no idea when they started this policy but I called at least 6 dealerships in Florida and they all said the same. But thank you for the information this is what I’ve been needing!
 
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I am glad I could help. There has to be tuners closer, but if they will make time in between imports, who knows.
 
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