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Jul 30, 2011 | 01:56 PM

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You need a scan tool like AE, I myself have never ran one either.

Jul 30, 2011 | 02:59 PM

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How can I test the IDM?

Jul 30, 2011 | 03:07 PM

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I've never read a way to test it on here, if by chance you'd have a buddy with any year 7.3 powerstroke, 94.5-03, you could borrow theirs for a quick swap.

Jul 30, 2011 | 03:14 PM

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Did you record the ohm readings for the injectors on the side thats not running. If not , test them again & post the numbers ...

Jul 30, 2011 | 07:08 PM

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Ok. I took the IDM off. I noticed that it sounds like it's got water inside. I don't think it's suppose to sound that away.

Jul 30, 2011 | 07:12 PM

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Ok. I took the IDM off. I noticed that it sounds like it's got water inside. I don't think it's suppose to sound that away.

Sounds like you found the problem ....

Jul 30, 2011 | 07:12 PM

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That happens with these trucks some. Not a big suprise. Sounds like you're gonna need a new one. Get one from a 99-03 7.3 if you can, they are an upgrade to ours. 120V compared to 100. I bought a remanufactured off of ebay for a spare to have for 120 bucks.

Jul 30, 2011 | 07:31 PM

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I see an Ebay where there are several differnt part numbers. Does that matter? Or just as long as I get one for a 99-2003 regardless of the part number?

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Jul 30, 2011 | 07:33 PM

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As long as its for a 7.3 powerstroke, you're good.

Jul 30, 2011 | 08:04 PM

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Here is the part that is on it's way!!

2001 2002 FORD 7.3L DIESEL MODULE XC3F AD IDM 120

Jul 30, 2011 | 08:12 PM

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Here is the part that is on it's way!!

2001 2002 FORD 7.3L DIESEL MODULE XC3F AD IDM 120

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Aug 7, 2011 | 03:29 PM

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Well new IDM installed on viola it's back up and running.

Thanks guys for all your help. It is greatly appreciated.

Aug 7, 2011 | 04:26 PM

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Good to hear .

Jun 11, 2019 | 07:51 PM

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Same issues

Well I have had the same issues off and on for a while now. Replaced the ICP, IPR, Valve Cover harnesses, and still have the same intermittent issues. I did notice when it is dry out she runs better than ever, when it rains it's tough to start or run for that matter. I ordered a green OBDLinks II code reader but it doesn't read any codes and yes it is connected. Ordered another BAFX code reader will be in Thursday. The 13th of June will try that one out for codes. Will look for any IDM? Most on Ebay say they need the VIN number to properly load the software. Let me know thanks.