Every control module on the 1994-1997 Ford Aspire — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement.
Anti-Lock Brake System Control Module (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rno codingwith ABS (optional on base, standard on SE)
📍 engine compartment, driver side inner fender well, integrated with hydraulic control unit
⚠️ Bosch 2U system; module and HCU are one assembly. Code reading only, no programming.
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)1.2 hr R&Rno coding
📍 engine compartment, driver side firewall, mounted to inner fender well
⚠️ EEC-IV system with separate calibration assembly; replacement requires correct part number match for engine/transmission/emissions. No field programming capability.
Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor (ABDM)0.8 hr R&Rno coding
📍 center console, beneath center stack trim, above transmission tunnel
⚠️ Dual front airbags standard all years. No programming; fault codes clear automatically after repair.
Instrument Cluster (IC)0.6 hr R&Rno coding
📍 instrument panel, behind gauge cluster face
⚠️ Analog cluster with electronic speedometer input from PCM. No odometer programming available; mileage stored in cluster.
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
THE FUEL SUPPLY, RETURN AND VAPOR HOSES OR LINES CAN CONTACT OR HAVE INADEQUATE CLEARANCE WITH THE SURROUNDING COMPONENTS DUE TO IMPROPER POSITIONING DURING ASSEMBLY.
Consequence: WEAR OF THE HOSE OR LINE CAN OCCUR, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKAGE WITHIN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHICH CAN RESULT IN FIRE WHEN EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy: THE FUEL LINES WILL BE REPOSITIONED. ANY DAMAGED RUBBER HOSES WILL BE REPLACED. STEEL FUEL LINES WILL HAVE THE CORROSION PROTECTION REPAIRED IF NEEDED.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · 94V141000
1994-08-01
THE DATES OF MANUFACTURE WERE OMITTED ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH PART 567, "CERTIFICATION."
Consequence: CONSEQUENCE OF NON-COMPLIANCE: INCOMPLETE CERTIFICATION LABEL DOES NOT PROPERLY IDENTIFY THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: A COMPLETE CERTIFICATION LABEL WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE OWNER OR WILL BE INSTALLED FOR THE OWNER BY THE DEALER, IF NECESSARY.
Fuel economy (EPA)
City
31mpg
Highway
39mpg
Combined
34mpg
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
Capability & size
EPA class
Subcompact Cars
Wiper blades
Subcompact hatchback based on Kia Avella/Festiva platform. All years 1994-1997 share same specifications.
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 1994 Ford Aspire 1.3L I4 and can vary by trim.
🔧 Database maintained under the daily editorial review of Chris Hackleman · Master Technician · 20+ years and Jeff Moore · Master Lexus & Toyota Mechanic · 20+ years.