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Old 11-14-2008, 01:52 PM
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Throttle Control/Powertrain Warning Light

This indicator started coming on this summer, only in EV mode. Then it started coming on in ICE or EV. I had it in for service, and they found code B1239, which I wasn't able to read with my ScanGauge. REPLACED AUX. MODE DOOR PER TSB 07-25-12 072512A 2005-2008 Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid: Replace the Auxil, Part Number 8L8Z*19E616*E MOTOR ASY. INSTALL SOP PART. ELECTRICAL MOTOR. This was replaced at 16,450 miles. The indicator would turn off and not come back on when the engine was turned off. This indicator is a yellow wrench. I didn't have any symptoms that I could notice.

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Re: Throttle Control/Powertrain Warning Light

It's strange the Scangauge didn't read. It has read some weird codes on a Prius before. Thanks for the details on your problem. Haven't read much about Ford issues.
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Re: Throttle Control/Powertrain Warning Light

Found this on Edmunds:

http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/dir...ew/.ef86533/66

Hi.
For "wrench" light concern you will need to bring your Escape Hybrid to your local Ford dealer. They are trained to handle diagnosis and repair on these vehicles. Once at the dealer, technician will hook up a diagnostic computer and most likely will retrieve diagnostic trouble code B1239 from BCM ( Battery Control Module ). Ford has released a TSB ( Technical Service Bulletin ) # 07-25-12 on this issue and should cover the repair under 3/36 warranty. The repair will include replacing rear/high voltage battery blend door actuator and reprogram your BCM with latest calibration. They will probably also recommend replacing your high voltage battery air filter.
Hope this helps.

So it would seem like this is a known issue, but I am unable to locate any further information on this TSB yet.

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Re: Throttle Control/Powertrain Warning Light

Okay here are the gory details:

http://www.escape-city.com/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=1229

2005-2008 EH/MH/TH - Wrench lamp on, DTC B1239

TSB 07-25-12

12/24/07

WRENCH LIGHT ON-DTC B1239

FORD:
2005-2008 Escape Hybrid

MERCURY:
2006-2008 Mariner Hybrid

ISSUE
Some 2005-2008 Escape Hybrid and 2006-2008 Mariner Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a wrench light on with DTC B1239. This may or may not be accompanied by driveability symptoms including reduced power.

ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

SERVICE PROCEDURE
Replace the Traction Battery Auxiliary Mode Door Actuator.

1. Remove the left hand D-pillar trim panel. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-05.

2. Remove the four (4) battery air[low duct screws, the one (1) pin-type retainer and remove the battery air[low duct assembly.

3. Remove the two (2) auxiliary climate control fresh air inlet duct nuts and remove the duct.
NOTE
THE D-PILLAR BRACKET WILL REMAIN IN PLACE.

4. Remove two (2) upper climate control housing bolts and two (2) lower climate control housing nuts.

5. Position the climate control housing to gain access to the auxiliary mode door actuator.

6. Disconnect the auxiliary mode door actuator electrical connector.

7. Remove the auxiliary air[low mode door actuator screws.

8. Remove and replace the auxiliary airflow mode door actuator. Inspect actuator for free movement from any obstructions including the wiring harness.

9. Install the auxiliary airflow mode door actuator screws. Tighten to 18 lb-in (2 N.m).
NOTE
THE AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL HOUSING MUST BE INSTALLED BEHIND THE LOWER PORTION OF THE D-PILLAR BRACKET. WHEN INSTALLED CORRECTLY, THE AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL HOUSING BOLT WILL GO THROUGH THE D-PILLAR BRACKET FIRST, THEN THROUGH THE HOUSING MOUNTING LOCATION.

10. Connect auxiliary mode door actuator electrical connector and position back the climate control housing.

11. Install two (2) upper climate control housing bolts. Tighten to 62 lb-in (7 N.m).

12. Install two (2) lower climate control housing nuts. Tighten to 53 lb-in (6 N.m).

13. Install the auxiliary climate control fresh air inlet duct and tighten nuts to 62 lb-in (7 N.m).

14. Install the battery airflow duct assembly, one (1) pin-type retainer and the four (4) screws. Tighten to 18 lb-in (2 N.m).

15. Install the lefi hand D-pillar trim panel. Refer to WSM, Section 501-05.

16. Reprogram the Traction Battery Control Module (TBCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release B52.5 and higher with Patch 7. This new calibration is not included in the VCM 2007.11 DVD. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website.

WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage

IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.

Parts Block
8L8Z-19E616-E: Auxiliary Mode Door Actuator

OPERATION: 072512A
DESCRIPTION: 2005-2008 Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid: Replace The Auxiliary Airflow Mode Door Actuator, And Reprogram The Traction Battery Control Module, Includes Time To Check For DTCs
TIME: 1.1 Hrs.

DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO.: RECAL
CONDITION CODE: 04
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Re: Throttle Control/Powertrain Warning Light

Related more details with pictures (not in this post, follow link to see in-line pictures):

http://www.escape-city.com/viewtopic...&t=1229#p26893

Re: 2005-2008 EH/MH/TH - Wrench lamp on, DTC B1239

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Bulletin No.: 07-001/08

Last Issued: 1/14/2008

Subject:
HYBRID - WRENCH LIGHT ON - B1239 SET

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINs
2008 Tribute Hybrid

DESCRIPTION
Some 2008 Tribute Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a wrench light on with DTC B1239 set. This may or may not be accompanied by driveability symptoms.

Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.

REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Verify customer concern.

2. Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and the rear door scuff plate trim panel.

3. Position the liftgate weather-strip aside.

4. If equipped, remove the cargo net hold-down.

5. Insert a tape-wrapped screwdriver between the D-pillar trim panel and rear quarter trim panel to release the retainers and remove the rear quarter trim panel.


6. Remove the D-pillar trim panel.

7. Remove the four (4) battery airflow duct screws, the one (1) pin-type retainer and remove the battery airflow duct assembly.


8. Remove the two (2) auxiliary climate control fresh air inlet duct nuts and remove the duct.
NOTE:
The "D" pillar bracket will remain in place.

9. Remove two (2) upper climate control housing bolts and two (2) lower climate control housing nuts.


10. Position the climate control housing to allow access to the auxiliary mode door actuator. DO NOT REMOVE.

11. Remove the auxiliary airflow mode door actuator screws and remove and replace the auxiliary airflow mode door actuator.


12. Inspect auxiliary airflow mode door actuator and mode door linkage for free movement from any obstructions including the wiring harness.

13. Install the modified auxiliary airflow mode door actuator. Tighten screws to 18 lb-in (2 N.m).
NOTE:
^ The auxiliary climate control housing must be installed behind the lower portion of the D-pillar bracket. When installed correctly, the auxiliary climate control housing bolt will go through the d-pillar bracket first, then through the housing mounting location.

14. Position the climate control housing to installed position and install screws/nuts.

15. Install the battery airflow duct assembly, one (1) pin-type retainer and the four (4) screws. Tighten to 18 lb-in (2N.m).

16. Install the left rear D-pillar trim panel and rear quarter trim panel.

17. Using IDS 52.4 or later software, reprogram the Traction Battery Control Module (TBCM) to the latest calibration by following the "Module Reprogramming" procedure for the BCM.
WARNING:
^ During BCM module programming, you will be instructed to remove and install the High Voltage Service Disconnect from the battery pack located in the trunk. To prevent injury or death, review the HIGH-VOLTAGE TRACTION BATTERY SYSTEMS DEPOWERING - HYBRID procedure PRIOR to performing BCM module programming.

NOTE:
^ Always update the IDS tool first, then follow on-screen instructions to download the needed calibration file for TBCM reprogramming.
^ It is not necessary to remove any fuses or relays during BCM reprogramming when the IDS screen prompts you to do so. You may accidentally stop power to one of the BCM terminals and cause the BCM to be blanked, or you may receive error messages during the IDS reprogramming procedure.
^ IDS shows the calibration part numbers after programming the BCM.
^ Please be aware that BCM calibration part numbers and file names listed in any Service Bulletin may change due to future releases of IDS software, and additional revisions made to those calibrations for service related concerns.
^ When reprogramming a BCM, IDS will always display the "latest" calibration P/N available for that vehicle. If any calibration has been revised/updated to contain new information for a new service concern/issue, it will also contain all previously released calibrations.
^ When performing this procedure, we recommend that a battery charger be installed on the vehicle battery located in the engine compartment and turned ON to a maximum charge of no more than 20 AMPS to keep the vehicle battery up to capacity. If you exceed 20 AMPS, it could damage the VCM.

18. After performing the BCM reprogramming procedure, verify the repair by starting the engine and making sure there are no MIL illumination or abnormal warning lights present.
NOTE:
^ If any DTCs should remain after performing DTC erase, diagnose the DTCs according to the appropriate Troubleshooting section of the Workshop Manual.
^ After BCM reprogramming, it is no longer necessary to road test the vehicle to relearn" KAM (Keep Alive Memory).

19. Verify repair.

HIGH-VOLTAGE TRACTION BATTERY SYSTEMS DEPOWERING - HYBRID
WARNING:
^ The nominal high-voltage traction battery (HVTB) voltage is 330 volts DC. The buffer zone must be set up and high-voltage insulated safety gloves and a face shield must be worn. Failure to follow these instructions may result in severe personal injury or death.
^ The high-voltage traction battery and charging system contains high-voltage components and wiring. High-voltage cables and wiring are orange in color. High-voltage insulated safety gloves and a face shield must be worn when carrying out any diagnostics on this vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions may result in severe personal injury or death.
^ Before carrying out any removal and installation procedures of the high-voltage traction battery system, the high-voltage traction battery must be depowered. Failure to follow these instructions may result in severe personal injury or death.
^ The high-voltage insulated safety gloves that are to be worn while working on the high-voltage system should be of the appropriate safety and protection rating for use on the high-voltage system. They must be inspected before use and must always be worn in conjunction with the leather outer glove. Any hole in the rubber insulating glove is a potential entry point for high-voltage. Failure to follow these instructions may result in severe personal injury or death.
^ High-voltage insulated safety gloves and a face shield must be worn when working with high-voltage cables. The ignition switch must be OFF for a minimum of 5 minutes before removing high-voltage cables. Failure to follow these instructions may result in severe personal injury or death.

The buffer zone is required only when working with the high-voltage system. Failure to follow these instructions may result in severe personal injury or death.

1. Set up buffer zone around the vehicle.
a. Position the vehicle in the repair bay.
b. Position 4 orange cones around the corners of the vehicle to mark off a 1 m (3 ft) perimeter around the vehicle.
c. Do not allow any unauthorized personnel into the buffer zone during repairs involving the high-voltage system. Only personnel trained for repair on the high-voltage system are to be permitted in the buffer zone.


2. Remove the service disconnect plug.
a. Rotate the service disconnect plug from the lock (1) position to the unlock (2) position.
b. Remove the service disconnect plug and place in the servicing shipping (3) position.


3. Insert the service disconnect plug into the servicing shipping position. This disconnects the HVTB.
CAUTION:
Place the service disconnect plug into the servicing shipping position while the high-voltage traction battery (HVTB) is being removed and/or while the high-voltage system is having repairs carried out. If the service disconnect plug is left out and placed on the bench or tool - box, dirt or other contaminants may enter the HVTB, which can cause damage.


4. To connect, reverse the disconnect procedure.

CALIBRATION INFORMATION
New TBCM Calibration Part Number: 8M64-10B687-AG

NOTE:
^ The TBCM Calibration Part Numbers listed above are provided for TBCM reprogramming purposes only. These are not necessarily the same Mazda part numbers used to order an actual TBCM through the Mazda Parts System. It is not necessary to order a TBCM as part of this repair procedure.

PART(S) INFORMATION
ZZCB-61-B8Z - Auxiliary Door Mode Actuator - Qty. 1

NOTE:
^ The TBCM Calibration Part Numbers listed above are provided for TBCM reprogramming purposes only. These are not necessarily the same Mazda part numbers used to order an actual TBCM through the Mazda Parts System. It is not necessary to order a TBCM as part of this repair procedure.

WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty Type: A
Symptom Code: 6X
Damage Code: 97
Part Number Main Cause: ZZCB-61-B8Z
Quantity: 1
Operation Number / Labor Hours: YY492XRX / 1.1 Hrs.

NOTE:
^ This warranty information applies only to verified customer complaints on vehicles eligible for warranty repair. Refer to the Warranty Wizard for warranty term information.
^ Additional diagnostic time cannot be claimed for this repair.
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Re: Throttle Control/Powertrain Warning Light

at 44,000 miles - the throttle control/powewrtrain warnig light would come on - intermittently. After a trip to Mike Raisor Ford in Lafayette, Indiana, they replaced the rear/high voltage battery blend door actuator and reprogrammed the BCM with latest calibration. I was under the Ford ESP (Extended Service Protection Plan), but was charged a $100 deductible for a $115 repair. I told the service manager that since this part was part of the hybrid powertrain control package, that it should be a *free* fix under the 60,000 mile hybrid warranty offered by Ford. He disagreed and said this part was in other Ford vehicles which weren't hybrids. I disagreed but paid the deductible anyway. Imagine my surprise when I received a $100 check in the mail from Mike Raisor Ford the other day. I guess it was covered under the original Hybrid powertain Warranty! Considering there was a TSB issued on this problem, I'm not surprised. So, fellow 2008 Escape Hybid owners, complain that this is, indeed a warranty fix!
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Re: Throttle Control/Powertrain Warning Light

Welcome to CleanMPG!

It's great to hear of happy resolutions such as this. It pays to be an informed consumer. The dealerships are getting more experience and questions such as yours help them to learn as well.
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I have a non hybrid 2008 escape and has this wrench light come on the other day. Here is the start of it.

I went to start my car, and it would not turn over, like the battery was dead. I then, noticed my tach gauges fluttering for a few seconds. I tried to start my car several times after this.. and nothing.. so I went in the house to go get the battery charger. When I came outside, I figured I would try to start it one more time.. and IT STARTED! odd?

Well I left and made a stop a family members home. about 4 hours later I left, and as I was about half way home. The transmisson could not shift to second after 25mph..it was red lining over 3 on my tach gauge. So I left of the gas, and it shifted out of second.

10 minutes later that wrench light came on, and it was still missing the shift at 25mph.

The next day when I left for work, that light was not on anymore. It's still missing the shift at 25mph. I did notice it idles high when it's first started and takes about 10 minutes to come to an normal idel below 1 on the tach guage.

could this possible be a thorttle sensonr, that i could fix myself? My warrany came up 15k ago.
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