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Ford P0024

14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM)

DriveUnknown. The supplied verified evidence does not establish whether the vehicle is safe to drive with P0024.
ChargeUnknown. The supplied verified evidence does not establish charging impact or charging safety.
ServiceService is not explicitly classified as required in the supplied diagnostic record. However, Ford’s official communication directs technicians to Pinpoint Test HK for diagnosis of P0024; a qualified Ford service provider can perform that diagnostic procedure.
Confidence95%

Quick answer

For certain 2015–2021 US Ford C-MAX, Escape, Focus, and Fusion vehicles, Ford communication SSM 54366 lists DTC P0024 among codes that may occur with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Ford directs technicians to Pinpoint Test HK in the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis manual or Workshop Manual section 303-14.

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1. What does P0024 mean?

For certain 2015–2021 US Ford C-MAX, Escape, Focus, and Fusion vehicles, Ford communication SSM 54366 lists DTC P0024 among codes that may occur with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Ford directs technicians to Pinpoint Test HK in the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis manual or Workshop Manual section 303-14.

2. Technical explanation

The supplied verified evidence identifies P0024 in Ford SSM 54366. The communication states that affected vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with P0024 and other listed DTCs, and it directs diagnosis to Pinpoint Test HK in the PC/ED information or WSM section 303-14. The supplied record’s canonical meaning is “14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM).” A component-level definition, fault mechanism, and repair procedure are not yet established by verified evidence.

3. What system is affected?

Not yet established by verified evidence. The official communication directs diagnosis through the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis information or Workshop Manual section 303-14.

4. How serious is this code?

Unknown. The supplied diagnostic record does not establish severity.

5. Symptoms you may notice

  • An illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be present.

6. Possible causes

  • Not yet established by verified evidence.

7. Can I still drive the vehicle?

Unknown. The supplied verified evidence does not establish whether the vehicle is safe to drive with P0024.

8. Can I charge the vehicle?

Unknown. The supplied verified evidence does not establish charging impact or charging safety.

9. What you can safely do

  • Record the stored DTCs and any MIL condition.
  • Arrange diagnosis using Ford’s specified Pinpoint Test HK in the PC/ED information or WSM section 303-14.
  • Do not attempt high-voltage repairs based on this information.

10. Step-by-step troubleshooting

  1. Confirm whether P0024 is stored.
  2. Use Pinpoint Test HK in the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis information or Workshop Manual section 303-14, as directed by Ford SSM 54366.
  3. No additional diagnostic steps are established by the supplied verified evidence.

11. When to contact service

Service is not explicitly classified as required in the supplied diagnostic record. However, Ford’s official communication directs technicians to Pinpoint Test HK for diagnosis of P0024; a qualified Ford service provider can perform that diagnostic procedure.

12. What the service center may check

  • Check for P0024 and the other applicable stored DTCs.
  • Perform Pinpoint Test HK in the PC/ED information or WSM section 303-14.

13. Possible repair or resolution

  • Not yet established by verified evidence. The supplied Ford communication provides a diagnostic reference but does not specify a repair outcome.

14. Affected vehicles

15. Related TSBs / service bulletins

  • Ford SSM 54366, published through NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11025611 on November 12, 2025. It lists P0024 among DTCs that may accompany an illuminated MIL and directs use of Pinpoint Test HK in PC/ED or WSM section 303-14.

16. Recall information

  • No recall information was supplied or established by verified evidence.

17. Official manufacturer information

Official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11025611, Ford SSM 54366: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/ffdd/tsbs/TSBS_RECEIVED_2025-2026.zip#nhtsa_id=11025611

19. Frequently asked questions

What does Ford’s verified information say about P0024?

Ford SSM 54366 lists P0024 as a DTC that may be present with an illuminated MIL and directs diagnosis to Pinpoint Test HK in PC/ED or WSM section 303-14.

Which vehicles are covered by the supplied applicability data?

2015–2021 US Ford C-MAX, Escape, Focus, and Fusion vehicles.

Is P0024 safe to drive with?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

Does P0024 affect charging?

Not yet established by verified evidence.

20. Sources & verification

ReferenceVerified
Ford P0024: 14 of the Workshop Manual (WSM) | EV Diagnostics