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1994 FORD TEMPO

2.3L I4FWDAUTOMATICgas
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Every control module on the 1984-1994 Ford Tempo — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement.
Electronic Instrument Cluster (EIC)1.5 hr R&Rno codingwith electronic/digital cluster option
📍 instrument panel, behind gauge cluster face
⚠️ Optional electronic cluster on some trim levels; receives data from EEC-IV via serial link. Odometer stored in cluster; mileage transfer not possible in this era.
Anti-Lock Brake System Control Module (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rno codingwith optional ABS (1992-1994 only)
📍 engine compartment, driver side inner fender or firewall near master cylinder
⚠️ ABS optional on later Tempo models; module is read-only for codes, no programming capability. Bleeding procedure required after replacement.
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC)1.2 hr R&Rno codingwith automatic climate control (GLS/LX trims)
📍 behind center dash HVAC control panel
⚠️ Optional automatic climate control on higher trims; non-programmable module. Manual HVAC uses cable/vacuum controls with no module.
Electronic Engine Control (EEC-IV)1.2 hr R&Rno coding▸ programming details
📍 engine compartment, driver side firewall, mounted to inner fender apron
⚠️ Calibration assembly (PROM/EEPROM) must match vehicle application; transfer from old module or order correct part number. EEC-IV system standard 1984-1994.
Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor (ABDM)1.0 hr R&Rno codingwith driver airbag (1992-1994 only)▸ programming details
📍 under center console, below radio/HVAC stack
⚠️ Driver-side airbag became available 1992; module is non-programmable, code-reading only. Battery disconnect and 10-minute wait mandatory before removal.
Electronic Automatic Transmission Control (EATX)no codingautomatic transmission (AXOD/AXOD-E/AX4S)
📍 integrated with EEC-IV processor; no separate module
⚠️ Transmission control integrated into EEC-IV module; no standalone TCM. Solenoid pack in transmission is non-programmable.
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