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Equipment Hookup

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Apply parking brake, and place gearshift lever in "P" position. Block drive wheels. Turn off all electrical accessories. Connect appropriate test equipment to vehicle as follows:

  1. Generic Scan Tool

    Ensure scan tool meets or exceeds OBD-II standard. Follow manufacturer's instructions to hook up equipment and record DTCs.
  2. New Generation Star Tester

    Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Connect adapter cable lead to diagnostic tool. See Fig 1 . Connect service connectors of adapter cable to vehicle DLC located below instrument panel, to right of steering column. Go to KEY ON ENGINE OFF (KOEO) SELF-TEST  .
    Fig 1: Identifying New Generation Star Tester
    G94H32612Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.