On-Board Diagnostics with Scan Tool

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Pickup, 2007 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2007 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2007 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For detailed instruction and other diagnostic methods using the scan tool, refer to the tester manual and the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE ENGINES article.

These quick tests should be used to diagnose the PCM and should be carried out in order.

Quick Test 1.0-Visual Inspection
Quick Test 2.0-Set Up
Quick Test 3.0-Key On, Engine Off
Quick Test 4.0-Continuous Memory
Quick Test 5.0-Key On, Engine Running
Special Test Mode
- Wiggle Test
- Output Test Mode
PCM Reset Mode
Clearing DTCs
OBD II Drive Cycle
For further information on other diagnostic testing features using the scan tool, refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE ENGINES article. Other diagnostic methods include the following.
- Parameter Identification (PID) Access Mode
- Freeze Frame Data Access Mode
- Oxygen Sensor Monitor Mode