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Old Nov 3, 2010 | 07:58 PM
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So I've noticed recently that my truck is having some starting issues and I can't seem to figure out what is going on.

It starts up right away first thing in the morning, when the truck has been off for at least 8-10 hours or if I have only had the truck turned off for up to 30 minutes. If it has been anywhere between those times the truck turns over for about 5-10 seconds before it fires.

Any of you guys have this happen or have any suggestions? I just did a full service on the truck with all new plugs, wires, etc. and the battery and starter are fairly new. I do have a CE light that comes on and off erratically and I think it might be an O2 sensor but I'm not sure because I don't have a tool to check the code.

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BTW: Truck is a '93 F-250 with a 5.8
 
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Old Nov 3, 2010 | 08:23 PM
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You can check the codes without the need of any tool, attempts at counting the light flashes might make ya a tad dizzy but hey works in a pinch!

Ford Fuel Injection » How To Run a Self-Test

Start with that see what it tells ya.

That link is from this handy site> Ford Fuel Injection
 
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Old Nov 3, 2010 | 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by danr1
You can check the codes without the need of any tool, attempts at counting the light flashes might make ya a tad dizzy but hey works in a pinch!

Ford Fuel Injection » How To Run a Self-Test

Start with that see what it tells ya.

That link is from this handy site> Ford Fuel Injection
Thanks! I had no idea you could do this without a tester. I'll have to check it out tomorrow when I've got some light to deal with
 
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Old Nov 3, 2010 | 09:25 PM
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Also, the KAM will store codes even if the light isn't on.....
 
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