P0278 DTC For Ford Mercury

Ford Mercury Engine Specifications:
Engine Type :Multi-Cylinder Engine
Cylinder Type :Opposed Cylinder Engine
Engine Air Intake Process :Naturally Aspirated

Your Ford Mercury engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble code P0278 in its memory. To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the P0278 DTC For Ford Mercury.

P0278 Ford Mercury engine problem can be occur defective fan clutches are a common and often overlooked cause of engine overheating. The shear characteristics of the clutch fluid gradually deteriorates over time, with an average loss in drive efficiency of about 200 rpm per year. Eventually slippage reaches the point where effective cooling is no longer possible and overheating results. (On average, the life of a fan clutch is about the same as a water pump. If one needs to be replaced, the other usually does too.)

P0278 Ford Mercury DTC Meaning

P Powertrain Code - Problem is related engine, transmission and emissions systems.
0 SAE - Generic
2 Computer And Auxiliary Outputs
7 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Valve 1
8 Park/Neutral Postion (PNP) Switch Circuit Engine Torque Signal Circuit

When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine P0278 Ford Mercury light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If P0278 DTC For Ford Mercury so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the P0278!

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