Symptom Chart: IPC
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer Service Information for information regarding Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
Symptom Chart: IPC
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| A module does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool | Fuse Wiring, terminals or connectors Communication concern Module |
REFER to Module Communications Network . |
| The IPC is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test A . |
| A virtual gauge (power distribution, tachometer or temperature) is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B . |
| Incorrect fuel gauge indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test C . |
| The speedometer is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test D . |
| Incorrect speedometer indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E . |
| The odometer is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F . |
| The analog tachometer is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| Incorrect tachometer indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test H . |
| The analog temperature gauge is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test I . |
| Incorrect temperature gauge indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test J . |
| A 4WD (4x4 A, 4x4 H or 4x4 L) indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test K . |
| The ABS warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test L . |
| The airbag warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test M . |
| The brake warning indicator is never on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test N . |
| The brake warning indicator is always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test O . |
| The charging system warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test P . |
| The door or liftgate ajar warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test Q . |
| The engine over-temperature warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test R . |
| The hill descent indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test S . |
| The Left Hand (LH) -Right Hand (RH) turn signal, high beam, front fog lamp or rear fog lamp (if equipped) indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test T . |
| The lights on indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test U . |
| The low fuel indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test V . |
| The low oil pressure warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test W . |
| The low washer fluid indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test X . |
| The MIL is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test Y . |
| The powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test Z . |
| The safety belt warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test AA . |
| The stability-traction control indicator (sliding car icon) is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test AB . |
| The stability-traction control disabled indicator (sliding car OFF icon) is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test AC . |
| The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test AD . |
| The tow haul indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test AE . |