HOW TO: IMRC Removal and Repair

[bbcobra]

I decided to finally fix mine today. Had it out and took the cover off. I have the cracked solder joints so I go looking for my solder iron. After searching for 2 hours I gave up and put the intake and battery back in. I guess I'll take the module with me to work Monday and get it finished. I'll just take it apart again next weekend.
I may also take that weight off of the trans. linkage while I'm in there and see how that feels.

[DarkSVT03]

Ok so my SVTf runs like ass some days and runs great other days. I have 139k on mine, and I was wondering if this could be the issue? No cel, but I believe I did get the code once last month, but it went away. Some days I have great torque, and other days I have nothing. I work at Oreilly auto parts, so the imrc is cheaper for me. Would it be worth replacing? I can't solder or I would try and take a look.

[MDCalvert]

Originally Posted by DarkSVT03

Ok so my SVTf runs like ass some days and runs great other days. I have 139k on mine, and I was wondering if this could be the issue? No cel, but I believe I did get the code once last month, but it went away. Some days I have great torque, and other days I have nothing. I work at Oreilly auto parts, so the imrc is cheaper for me. Would it be worth replacing? I can't solder or I would try and take a look.

Seems most likely to be it. I would still take it apart and look around its not to hard at all to do. You can always find a friend to solder for you. Also big thing is the copper contact point can be dirty and be making it run funny. Be yes I would replace it if not taking apart lol.

[jimmy03svt]

have a p1518 code pop up today..car still runs perfect no change in idle or power, also i cant where to get the imrc module(the box?). what is the dsi clip? and the scanner says nothing but p1518. i see many different explanations for it but im not sure how the component works so anyone who can explain it? thanks!

03 focus svt..stock

[jvert]

Originally Posted by jimmy03svt

have a p1518 code pop up today..car still runs perfect no change in idle or power, also i cant where to get the imrc module(the box?). what is the dsi clip? and the scanner says nothing but p1518. i see many different explanations for it but im not sure how the component works so anyone who can explain it? thanks!

03 focus svt..stock

I got the same code and just orderd my IMRC from Steve at Tousley Ford. My car too is stock and I have not noticed any loss in power or mpg's.

[jvert]

Finally fixed. Great write up!,,

[stanger19899ddr]

This is a great post
My SVT was getting the dreaded IMRC check engine light when I found this post
Figured I would try to fix my module today after I retuned from the salvage yard.
I found a unique thing today I think
While I was walking around I found a duratec 24 valve engine in and decided to look inside the IMRC Module The 99 and new have the short cable.
Took the screws loose fo the circuit board Wiggled the connector and the circuit board and the motor are easily removed.
Turned the gear with the cable on it and the cable slid out. It even had the same number on the box as my 02 foocus SVT. YOu can clean the contact and whatever else you need to do and dont have to unsolder anything.
ALSO found out a 96 Contour duratec 24 valve V6 engines module is a dirct replacemnt for the SVT. Just put one in mine and cleared the light
WORKS GREAT...

[IH84DZ]

Got a P1518 at 108K miles a few months ago when winter hit. Cleared it immediately - never had a driveability symptom so it was obviously an intermittent problem...until recently when it would come back within days... Saw the thread and decided to actually try and fix it instead of buying a new module.

It was pretty easy - thankfully I had a sharp soldering iron to keep hot spots small and it was interesting getting the holes in the IC board free from solder so I could align the connector pins... a little patience was the key.

48 hours later still no code. Thanks for the good writeup

[AlfPrev]

I did this fix to two separate IMRC actuators and fixed one. 50% aint bad, good tips

[stanger19899ddr]

After a couple weeks the IMRC Is working great
NOW
I just need to figure out the last problem
A CODE 13 flashing AIRBAG Light
Had the AIrbag module re set , VIN put into the RCM and still a code 13, ANy thoughts.