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Old Oct 17, 2011 | 05:14 PM
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Code 452

Just pulled codes. Been having alot of trans issues lately.

Got a 452. Thats it.

"Computer detected an error in the VSS or PSOM signal during the last 80 warm-up cycles."


 
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Old Oct 17, 2011 | 06:31 PM
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Okay now that im home I searched.

Could be PSOM, or RABS...

How would I tell if its the PSOM?

Lightning PSOMs arnt the easiest things to find..
 
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Old Oct 17, 2011 | 08:21 PM
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Start with the easy stuff first. Pull the VSS, inspect and clean it.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2011 | 08:22 PM
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Start with the easy stuff first. Pull the VSS, inspect and clean it.
I have pulled it and cleaned it about 7 times since these trans problems.

Checked it with multi meter today and it read 1.34 ohm.
 
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 07:10 PM
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Does the speedometer fluctuate as well? many times it can be a bad RABS module pulling down the VSS signal. I do recall reading a post from subford where the VSS output should be in the 3.5 -4.0 volt range when the speedometer indicates ~30 MPH. That was from memory, I suggest you search a few of his posts.

That would be the best place to start. If the signal is low remove the connector from the RABS, see if the signal level increases. If it does then you know it's not a VSS or PSOM caused problem.

If the signal is good, then I would start leaning towards a PSOM problem.
 
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Old Oct 18, 2011 | 08:47 PM
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Originally Posted by rla2005
Does the speedometer fluctuate as well? many times it can be a bad RABS module pulling down the VSS signal. I do recall reading a post from subford where the VSS output should be in the 3.5 -4.0 volt range when the speedometer indicates ~30 MPH. That was from memory, I suggest you search a few of his posts.

That would be the best place to start. If the signal is low remove the connector from the RABS, see if the signal level increases. If it does then you know it's not a VSS or PSOM caused problem.

If the signal is good, then I would start leaning towards a PSOM problem.
No issues at all with the speedo. Thats what made me think its not the RABS.

Thanks for the help. Ill try that. I send ya some reps.
 
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Old Dec 18, 2011 | 05:11 AM
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Well its back.... After $2400 worth of trans work its slamming gears again.

Code 452.

RABS sensor is fine.
Unplugged RABS module. Same if not worse.

Whats next?
New PSOM? (if I can find one)
New RABS module?
New computer? (if I can find one)
Run new wiring to the sensor in case some are bad?

So frustrated with these trans problems..
 
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Old Dec 18, 2011 | 08:08 AM
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I was having the same issue with my 94 150 a few months ago, kept shifting hard and throwing code 452 I tried everything mentioned so far. Ended up pulling a psom from boneyard and it fixed it cost me 45$
 
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Old Dec 18, 2011 | 04:27 PM
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Cool thanks. Only problem is the lightning psom is different and hard to find...
 
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Truck is now wanting to stall in reverse.

Slams in reverse then idle surges bad and then stalls out. Only does this when warm.(25 miles to work then backing into parking spot) When cold it does not stall in reverse.

Any test I can do to determine if its the PSOM, RABS module, or computer thats causing the issue. Id rather not guess and dump a ton of money into something I didn't need.
 
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 04:32 AM
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Have you checked for codes since this new issue started? The most likely cause is a gummed up or bad IAC. Pull it off and inspect/clean it. Have you pulled the PCM and opened it up to see if there are any signs of leaking capacitors or burn marks?
 
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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 04:51 AM
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Don't think its an IAC issue. It never did this until the trans was rebuilt last week.

Yes still only getting the 452 code.
I have not pulled the PCM yet. But was planning on it when I get time.

Ill pull codes again and clean IAC anyways.

Been really busy at work so I don't get off in time to really do much. Plus only day off is Christmas



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Old Dec 20, 2011 | 05:40 AM
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Originally Posted by 86F150302
Don't think its an IAC issue. It never did this until the trans was rebuilt last week.

Yes still only getting the 452 code.
I have not pulled the PCM yet. But was planning on it when I get time.

Ill pull codes again and clean IAC anyways.

Been really busy at work so I don't get off in time to really do much. Plus only day off is Christmas



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Cut from this thread: E4OD Diagnosis Thread - FSB Forums

My truck wants to stall when put in reverse

This may or may not be accompanied by irraddic idle and/or codes. If no codes are found pull the IAC (Idle Air Control) sensor and clean/replace as needed.

Here is an IAC cleaning writeup

http://www.fullsizebronco.com/forum/...t=IAC+cleaning

Another potential problem is that the transmission filter may have dropped into the pan. This is easy enough to fix. Remove pan, reinstall filter, fill with fluid.
 
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Old Dec 21, 2011 | 02:24 PM
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Thought about the filter falling but wouldn't it do it all the time and not only when warm?

Pulled codes again and only got the 452.

Thanks for the link though. Think Im just going to take it to Ford.... I know they are going to rape me but I don't really have any other choice.. I actually can say I have more money than time for once in my life....
 
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Question Where is the RABS MODULE LOCATED ON 351W?

Originally Posted by 86F150302
Okay now that im home I searched.

Could be PSOM, or RABS...

How would I tell if its the PSOM?

Lightning PSOMs arnt the easiest things to find..
Where is the RABS MODULE LOCATED ON A 351W.
 
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