Section 224 (Engine Controls - Tests W/O Codes - 3.0L): Introduction

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before diagnosing symptoms or intermittent faults, perform BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES in the BASIC TESTING - 3.0L article and SELF-DIAGNOSTICS TESTS in the TESTS W/CODES - 3.0L article. Use this article to diagnose driveability problems existing when a hard fault code is not present.

NOTE: Some driveability problems may have been corrected by manufacturer with a revised Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Check with manufacturer for latest PCM application.

Symptom checks can direct the technician to malfunctioning component(s) for further diagnosis. A symptom should lead to a specific component or system test and/or adjustment.

Use intermittent test procedures to locate driveability problems that DO NOT occur when the vehicle is being tested. These test procedures should also be used if a soft (intermittent) trouble code was present, but no problem was found during self-diagnostic testing.

NOTE: For specific testing, see the SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article. For specifications, see the ADJUSTMENTS - 3.0L or the SPECIFICATIONS - 3.0L article.