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Old 06-24-2011, 09:55 AM
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computer trouble?
Have a 93 f150 5.8.Cuts off after it gets hot and not start.Remove spout and runs fine.think this may be pcm? does any one know? thanks
 
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Old 06-24-2011, 10:20 PM
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Sounds like a likely culprit, but before jumping in with both feet check for any stored or KOEO codes.
 
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Old 06-25-2011, 04:11 AM
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rarely is it your computer. self test(dont use a fancy scanner)

Ford Fuel Injection » How To Run a Self-Test

If no codes are pulled, remove the computer, take apart and check for any burns.
 
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Check the timing with the SPOUT out.
Someone may have set the timing with the SPOUT in.
 
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