Resetting The Keep Alive Memory (KAM): Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, 2011 Ford Fusion, 2010 Mercury Milan, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Resetting the KAM returns the powertrain control module (PCM) memory to its default setting. Adaptive learning contents such as idle speed, refueling event, and fuel trim are included. To clear the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in the PCM and have it reset the emissions monitors information, is also part of a KAM reset. Refer to CLEAR THE CONTINUOUS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) AND RESET THE EMISSION MONITORS INFORMATION IN THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) . Both can be useful in post repair retest.

After the KAM has been reset, the vehicle may exhibit certain driveability concerns. It is necessary to allow the engine to idle at normal operating temperature with the air conditioning (A/C) OFF for 2 minutes. To maintain the necessary idle time, enter the engine running diagnostic mode. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODES , Engine Running Diagnostic Mode. Then drive the vehicle to allow the PCM to learn the values for optimum driveability and performance.

This function may not be supported by all scan tools. Refer to the scan tool manufacturer's instruction manual.