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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 02:27 PM
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2003 Codes P0401 and P132B

Purchased used last November.

128xxx miles, coolant filter, Edge CTS- ECT and EOT run 188 to 195 most spread difference has been 10 degrees. Boost registers normal. Coolant system flush with vc-9, distilled water- replaced with gold coolant, cleaned egr valve all done 4xxxx miles ago. Synthetic oil.

Recently on Engine start up- rough, no power until warms up to operating temp.

Last Winter had to be plugged in to start.

My thoughts- replace EGR Valve, (EGR delete is not an option, its just not) Replace EBP Sensor.

I am sure I have week or bad injectors, after batteries and flash will see what happens......

Have batteries checked and probably replaced.

Have computer flashed, $100 dollar quote from Ford........

I spent hours reading through threads, some way over my head others not so much, but I think my above plan is ok.......Input please am I way off.....
 
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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 03:28 PM
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Check the FICM voltages.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 04:42 PM
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P132B is a code related to the calibration from the recall 06E17 (part of the Inferred EBP strategy). It means that there is a problem with the VGT system. P132B is a fault code that is set if the required boost levels are not achieved during a learn cycle or at specific speed fuel demand points.

This code indicates that there are issues with the turbocharger, MAF sensor, MAP sensor/hose, IAT2 sensor, intake leaks, or exhaust leaks, etc. Frequently it is a sticking turbo issue.

P0401: EGR - Insufficient flow. EGR valve stuck or possibly a bad EBP sensor.

Your plan sounds pretty good, but look for the intake and exhaust leaks first. Also check the MAP hose for leaks or plugging.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 06:26 PM
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p132b will / can also set p0401 as well as the p0401 can cause a p132b.
check egr valve operation, cac boots and turno for sticking vgt vains.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 07:24 PM
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Interesting the p0401 was on first, but no running problems, I did not scan again until I started a noticeable morning performance issue.......
 
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Old Sep 27, 2011 | 07:39 PM
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P132B this code sucks Tons of possibilities

check this thread out for P132B
Ford trouble shoot procedure from one of the Master Ford Techs

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...405-p132b.html


Other than that what do you get at KOEO for MAP<EBP<and Baro
 
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 05:38 PM
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Subscribe - I have the same issues.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 06:39 PM
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Subscribe - I have the same issues.
Check out the diagnostics for P132B in this thread as posted by vloney: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...132b-code.html
 
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Mine pops The p132b and always the p401. Have tried a new egr valve and still stays. Truck has the egr cooler as well. But I found my "Y"pipe leaking recently.
 
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Old Sep 29, 2011 | 09:14 PM
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here is a powerpoint also, not sure if it was already posted. had this problem years ago. Ended up being nothing, just the flash interacting with the edge.

http://www.flatratetech.com/downloads/diesel_8.pdf
 
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Originally Posted by doubledee715
here is a powerpoint also, not sure if it was already posted. had this problem years ago. Ended up being nothing, just the flash interacting with the edge.

http://www.flatratetech.com/downloads/diesel_8.pdf
Wow. Been a while since you posted. Welcome back David.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2011 | 06:41 AM
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So from what I have read my updated plan is

Inspect for leaks...........

replace EGR Valve, Replace EBP Sensor-NOT GOING TO REPLACE it appears I should just inspect the tube besides the new flash when done will eliminate this sensor? (asking a ? is this correct)

Have batteries checked and probably replaced.

Have computer flashed, $100 dollar quote from Ford........

Then see where I am.........

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Originally Posted by mushman
So from what I have read my updated plan is

Inspect for leaks...........

replace EGR Valve, Replace EBP Sensor-NOT GOING TO REPLACE it appears I should just inspect the tube besides the new flash when done will eliminate this sensor? (asking a ? is this correct)

Have batteries checked and probably replaced.

Have computer flashed, $100 dollar quote from Ford........

Then see where I am.........

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I would clean the EGR valve and EBP sensor tube first THEN get the truck reflashed before replacing anything. IIRC the P0401 code was sometimes a "false" code and the flash may fix it. DO check for leaks also.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2011 | 10:58 AM
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FICM checked according to write ups all good......Thanks

I cleaned the EGR in FEB, 4k miles ago, I will pull it and inspect, but I think it is original. I have the part number for one at IH I hope it is cheaper than Fords for $165.
 
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Old Sep 30, 2011 | 11:22 AM
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If you're getting a p132b code, it means you have the inferred EBP strategy. Your ECM no longer uses the EBP sensor, so there is no need to replace it.
 
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