2010/09/06 15:47:56
Prowler
Hi guys,
From what ive read, i understand that the focus ecu cannot be used in a escort conversion because of some issues that i dont fully understand. Is the mondeo ecu the same as the focus and if not, can it be used with the standard zetec engine in a escort conversion
Darrion
2010/09/06 23:28:06
Paul Dunstan
Hi Darrion

You can use both the Mondeo and Focus ECU's in principle but with one big exception - the Focus has PATS (Passive Anti Theft System).

Basically the Focus ECU relies on an input from a chip in the ignition key to allow the thing to work. I think you can get around it by taping the original ignition key to the ECU as it uses transmitter and reciever to identify the presense of the key.

The Mondeo ECU does not have this feature.

Other thing to mention is the speed input - I think the ECU will go into limp mode if the speed input does not match what it expects at a particular engine load etc. As this is picked up from the ABS hub on the front wheel this will need to be sorted.

A major difference between the Mondeo ECU's is that the manual car ECU has the EDIS module for controlling the coil pack integrated into the ECU. The Automatic version has a seperate EDIS module in the engine bay. Something else to consider as I'm running an ECU from a manual vehicle to avoid the extra components.

I'm about to use an OEM ECU and engine in my RS so i'm sure I'm up for a few hurdles but I cannot see why it wouldn't work.

Hope this helps.
2010/09/06 23:38:16
martymexico
hey there was a feature in the UK Classic Ford mag around 6months back on how to use the factory ECU and manifold etc in small Fords, if i find it i'll get back to you.

M.
2010/10/06 07:05:44
hendo
I would also be very interested in reading that Marty, if you find it. Paul keep us all posted on your installation please.
2010/10/06 22:58:42
Prowler
Its clear that i have alot of home work to do on this subject before i even think about tackling this one. Thanks for the input guys and it would be very interesting to see updates on your ecu install on the RS, Paul
Regards
Darrion

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