Originally posted by Big Jim:
There is no short cut to determine if it is covered by your ESP plan. The failed part must be identified and then the part number checked against a list. Until you do that it is all speculation. If you have already checked to see what the most likely things would be that would set that code and they are not covered then you have really done all you can until the actual part is fully identified. I'm sorry that I can't be of more help.
The mechanics showed me the TSB Article No. 00-3-7 on this code. So what they will do first is try the engine flush, then replace the VCT solenoid, VCT sprocket and sprocket bolt. I wonder if this is included in the (ExtraCare) ESP as alex_96GL suggested but not sure.
Or, to rephrase the question under current circumstances, do I have to go to a Ford dealer for 'engine flush'? Thank you very much.
