On-Board Diagnostics With Scan Tool
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 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 appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article.
These quick tests should be used to diagnose the Powertrain Control Module (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
- Other NGS Features
- For further information on other diagnostic testing features using the scan tool, refer to appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article. Other diagnostic methods include the following.
- Parameter Identification (PID) Access Mode
- Freeze Frame Data Access Mode
- Oxygen Sensor Monitor Mode