Reprogram PCM if vehicle hesitates after being parked for twenty minutes on Ford Contour

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

If the vehicle hesitates or idles roughly after being parked for twenty to thirty minutes, with the engine still warmed to normal operating temperature, you may need to reprogram the PCM (powertrain control module) with new calibration.

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