Software Problem

Dear fellow members,
I am looking for the fact that “Installing a software upgrading for a recall programming on water cooling system on a Ford Kuga which does not require such recall programming will cause the PCM to error or malfuntion and send wrong datas and signals to components and parts that it controls (engine cooling, timing, fuel injection, tranmission shift point, HVAC, AWD & etc) to work disorderly. As such the car will experience harsh shifting N to D, Intelligent AWD problems, coolant bypass & aircond problems”.
Background of my case was a mechanic had installed a recall software programming for water cooling system into ,my car’s computer that does not require such programming to upgrade my car’s water cooling system. His action had caused a suddend overload as shown on the dashboards which the the needle ofv engine temperature went to the maximum leve. The mechanic then switched off the ignition switch to stop the overloading. During the test driving I experienced harsh shifting from gear N to D.

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It sounds like your mechanic installed an unnecessary software upgrade for your Ford Kuga’s water cooling system, causing malfunctions in multiple components, including harsh shifting and engine cooling issues. This programming error can lead to improper signals to the PCM, resulting in such problems. Visit Books4Soul for insightful book summaries on topics like automotive maintenance and problem-solving.

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Hi there,

I really appreciate you sharing your experience. It sounds incredibly frustrating to deal with such issues, especially after trusting a mechanic to handle a software upgrade. Your explanation of how the wrong programming can lead to all those malfunctions is very insightful. It definitely highlights the importance of ensuring that any software updates are specifically applicable to your vehicle.

I’ve heard of similar problems arising from incorrect software installations in the past, and it’s a reminder to double-check with manufacturers or trusted sources before proceeding with any updates. I hope you can get this sorted out soon, as driving with those kinds of issues must be quite alarming. Meanwhile is you need any problem solving software check this.

Dear members,

I need to address an issue regarding the installation of a software upgrade for a recall programming on the water cooling system of my Ford Kuga. This programming was unnecessary for my vehicle and led to significant malfunctions. Specifically, the installation caused the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to send incorrect data and signals to various components, including engine cooling, fuel injection, transmission shift points, and HVAC.

After the mechanic installed this recall software, I noticed alarming behavior on my dashboard. The engine temperature needle spiked to the maximum level, indicating an overload. The mechanic had to switch off the ignition to stop this overload. Following this incident, I experienced harsh shifting when transitioning from neutral (N) to drive (D) and encountered issues with the Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, as well as coolant bypass and air conditioning problems.

This situation has raised concerns about the impacts of unnecessary software upgrades on vehicle performance. I would appreciate any insights or experiences related to this issue, especially regarding potential resolutions. Thank you!