Symptom Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| Loss of coolant | Refer to Pinpoint Tests | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| The engine overheats. | Refer to Pinpoint Tests | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| The engine does not reach normal operating temperature. | Refer to Pinpoint Tests | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| The block heater does not operate correctly (if equipped). | Block heater power cable Block heater |
CHECK continuity in all 3 power cable circuits. If any circuit measures more than 5 ohms, INSTALL a new power cable. CHECK the resistance of the block heater. If the resistance does not measure between 30 and 40 ohms, INSTALL a new block heater. |
| The electric cooling fan is inoperative in one or more speeds or does not operate correctly. | Wiring Relays Fuses Fan control module Cooling fan motor Cooling fan resistor |
REFER to the ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) |
| The electric cooling fan stays on all the time. | Wiring Relays |
REFER to the ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION (EXCEPT DIESEL & HYBRID) |
| Noisy electric cooling fan operation. | Foreign material contamination Fan motor Fan blade detached from fan motor |
REMOVE the foreign material from the cooling fan and shroud. TEST the system for normal operation. If still noisy, INSTALL a new cooling fan assembly. INSTALL a new cooling fan assembly. REFER to: Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud . |