Diagnostic Aids
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This test is for models with Federal emissions only. Perform this test when directed by QUICK TEST. This test is only intended to diagnose the following components and circuits:
- Glow Plug Relay
- Harness Circuits (GP/RELAY Coil)
- PCM
NOTE:
WAIT TO START indicator ON time is independent from glow plug relay ON time (1-10 seconds).
- Output Functions
Glow plug relay controls current flow to glow plugs. Glow plug relay ON time is controlled by PCM and is a function of engine oil temperature, barometric pressure and battery voltage. Glow plug ON time normally varies between 10-120 seconds. Glow plug ON time is dependent on oil temperature and altitude. Glow plug relay comes on between 1-120 seconds and does not come on at all if oil temperature is above 86°F (30°C) for Econoline, or 131°F (55°C) for Excursion and F250-750. Using scan tool, you can run OUTPUT STATE SELF-TEST, which will cycle glow plug relay on for 5 seconds, the first time only, that accelerator pedal is pressed. OUTPUT STATE SELF-TEST does not set DTCs. - Detection & Management
An open or shorted to ground glow plug relay or WAIT TO START indicator circuit can be detected during KOEO ON-DEMAND SELF-TEST. On all vehicles with Federal emissions, glow plug and glow plug harness concerns cannot be detected by PCM.