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| 6.8L – POWER TAKE OFF (PTO) EQUIPPED – STATIONARY PTO STOPS FUNCTIONING |
| FORD: | 2016 F-650, F-750 |
ISSUE:
Some 2016 F-Super Duty 650/750 vehicles equipped with a 6.8L engine and PTO system may exhibit a concern where the PTO feature stops functioning during stationary PTO operation.
The vehicle rocking motion may cause the PTO operation to stop functioning.
ACTION:
Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS or Ford J2534 release 98.03 or higher.
Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest updates.
Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraftservice.com.
Service Information & Reprogramming
Software necessary to program electronic modules to the latest calibration level, perform module initialization (PATS), and set Programmable Parameters on Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles.
Ford Module Programming (FMP) is a software application that allows subscribers to program electronic modules on Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. It can be used for:
- Reprogramming emission-related (OBDII) modules on some vehicles manufactured in 1995 and all vehicles manufactured from 1996 to the present
- Reprogramming or reconfiguring non-emission-related modules on many vehicles (UBP and MS-CAN not supported)
In addition, module initialization (PATS) functions such as Keycode Erase/Reprogram and PCM Parameter Reset can be done using this application.
J2534 Device 
using Ford Module Programming (FMP) can Reprogram and Configure most Modules.
Latest Calibration Information
Module Build Data (As-Built)
Use VIN to obtain As-Built data
