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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 12:55 PM
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Its happening again

Some colder mornings have started to hit SoCal and my truck is having some issues.....I think I know the culprit but I'd like to confirm it. I switched to synthetic during the winter and my cold starts improved tenfold. Now what I am experiencing is a little loss of power and minor sputtering for about 1-2 miles of driving if I dont let it get to atleast 120* ECT then shes fine....if I plug it in its perfect!

I never reflashed the truck as the old flash I had from years ago has treated me great. Any ideas or diagnosis is welcomed. Thanks for the time.

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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 03:51 PM
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Check voltages on FICM and the batteries....get 'em load tested....separately!
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 05:31 PM
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man the weather cooled off just a little and alot of people with cold running issues

I wouldnt have thought S Cali to be that cold yet
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 06:50 PM
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We haven't gotten out of the 60's at night yet.
 
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 09:40 PM
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If all checks out on your truck, it maybe time to invest in the Inductive heating flash at your local ford dealer.
 
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