Symptom Chart: IPC
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to: Diagnostic Methods .
Symptom Chart
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| A module does not respond to the scan tool | Fuse Wiring, terminals or connectors Communication concern Module |
REFER to: Communications Network . |
| The IPC is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| Incorrect fuel gauge indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| The speedometer is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| Incorrect speedometer indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| The odometer is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| The tachometer is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| Incorrect tachometer indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| The temperature gauge is inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test H |
| Incorrect temperature gauge indication | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test I |
| The ABS warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test J |
| The airbag warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test K |
| The brake warning indicator is never on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test L |
| The brake warning indicator is always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test M |
| The charging system warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test N |
| The diesel exhaust fluid level low indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test O |
| The diesel particulate filter auto regeneration control indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test P |
| A door ajar warning indicator is never or always on (base message center IPC only) | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test Q |
| The engine service (wrench) indicator is never or always on (base message center IPC only) | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test R |
| The glow plug indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test S |
| The information indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test T |
| The LH- RH turn signal or high beam indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test U |
| The lights on indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test V |
| The low fuel indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test W |
| The low oil pressure warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test X |
| The low washer fluid indicator is never or always on (base IPC only) | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test Y |
| The MIL 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 tow haul indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test AD |
| The TPMS warning indicator is never or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test AE |