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MKT AWD PTU Serviced

Started by akakooper, February 05, 2016, 12:19:04 PM

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Crazyeights

I am having my PTU replaced under warranty on my 2011 PP SHO. Will the dealer need to do any flashing of the ECU or is the PTU even connected electronically to the transmission brain? Not exactly know what I'm trying to say, but I need to pick the car up from the dealer and be able to go on a 600 mile trip without any glitches.
2011 SHO PP, Ingot Silver Metallic, H&R lowering Springs

SHOdded

They don't have to, but they MIGHT, as a courtesy to you, the customer, since the car is in the shop anyway, if updated calibrations are available.  Nowadays, many parts failures are addressed with updated computer logic to decrease chances of part failure in the future.

So plan on checking the strategy code if you are tuned, after you get the SHO back.  If it has changed, get an updated tune from your tuner.  Load the updated tune to the SHO so it will run correctly.  If a 3 bar MAP is involved, reinstall that just prior to loading the tune (i.e., no driving w/o tune).

My advice would be, if you want to play it safe, is stay stock until you complete your trip and are back home.  Least amt of headache that way.

If they do not update the strategy code/PCM calibration, that would be the best scenario!  Pick up your SHO and go :)
2007 Ford Edge SEL, Powerstop F/R Brake Kit, TXT LED 6000K Lo & Hi Beams, W16W LED Reverse Bulbs, 3BSpec 2.5w Map Lights, 5W Cree rear dome lights, 5W Cree cargo light, DTBL LED Taillights

If tuned:  Take note of the strategy code as you return to stock (including 3 bar MAP to 2 bar MAP) -> take car in & get it serviced -> check strategy code when you get car back -> have tuner update your tune if the strategy code has changed -> reload tune -> ENJOY!