System Tests: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford RV Cutaway, 2002 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2002 Ford Econoline, 2002 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2002 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Deactivate air bag system before performing any service operation involving instrument panel or steering column components. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
article in RESTRAINTS. Do not apply electrical power to any component on steering column without first deactivating air bag system. Air bag may deploy.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES
article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.
Before beginning system tests, perform PRELIMINARY INSPECTION under TROUBLE SHOOTING. A Digital Volt-Ohmmeter (DVOM) is required to test the analog instrument cluster system. After repairs are complete, ensure all components are properly installed and all harness connectors are connected properly.
SYMPTOM INDEX
| Symptom | Perform System Test | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Gauge Inaccurate | A | ||||||
| Voltmeter Inaccurate | B | ||||||
| Oil Pressure Gauge Inaccurate | C | ||||||
| Temperature Gauge Inaccurate | D | ||||||
| Temperature Warning Indicator Flickers & Gauge Reads Fully Hot | E | ||||||
| Speedometer Inoperative, Odometer Operative | (1) | ||||||
| Trip Odometer Inoperative, Speedometer Operative | (2) | ||||||
| Seat Belt Warning Indicator & Chime Inoperative | F | ||||||
| Speedometer Inaccurate Or Speedometer & Odometer Inoperative | G | ||||||
| BRAKE Warning Indicator Always On | (3) | ||||||
| BRAKE Warning Indicator Inoperative | H | ||||||
| Low Fuel Warning Indicator Is Inoperative | I | ||||||
| Charge Warning Indicator Inoperative | J | ||||||
| Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Indicator Inoperative | K | ||||||
| SERVICE ENGINE SOON Indicator (MIL) Inoperative | L | ||||||
| High Beam Indicator Inoperative | M | ||||||
| Left Turn Indicator Inoperative | N | ||||||
| Speed Control Indicator Is Inoperative | O | ||||||
| Right Turn Indicator Inoperative | P | ||||||
| Air Bag Warning Indicator Inoperative | Q | ||||||
| Low Oil Pressure/High Coolant Temperature Warning Indicator Inoperative | R | ||||||
| WATER IN FUEL Warning Indicator Inoperative (Diesel Models) | S | ||||||
| WAIT TO START Warning Indicator Inoperative (Diesel Models) | T | ||||||
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