Having to "warm the engine"
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Having to "warm the engine"
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I just purchased my truck, 05 6.0 250, and I just noticed that when I first crank it and start to drive it "spits and sputters" for the first 15 mins or so... If I let it warm up before driving, it doesnt do it.. I am sure that there is tons of info in this forum about such matters but I am getting a headache trying to figure out all of the codes and what they mean. I know that this is something that I will understand in time. But I would really like a little help at the moment. I am starting a new maintenance schedule tomorrow with oil and filter changes, any other "quick newbie" starter tips are greatly appreciated.
As far as I know, it is all stock. Only factory guages and Im not sure if it has ever had any egr or stud work, nor if it has be chipped?
I just want whats best for my truck and want many years of enjoyment out of it.
thanks again for your time.
chris
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I just purchased my truck, 05 6.0 250, and I just noticed that when I first crank it and start to drive it "spits and sputters" for the first 15 mins or so... If I let it warm up before driving, it doesnt do it.. I am sure that there is tons of info in this forum about such matters but I am getting a headache trying to figure out all of the codes and what they mean. I know that this is something that I will understand in time. But I would really like a little help at the moment. I am starting a new maintenance schedule tomorrow with oil and filter changes, any other "quick newbie" starter tips are greatly appreciated.
As far as I know, it is all stock. Only factory guages and Im not sure if it has ever had any egr or stud work, nor if it has be chipped?
I just want whats best for my truck and want many years of enjoyment out of it.
thanks again for your time.
chris
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difference. The Marines don't have that problem."
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Gents, (ladies if applicable)
I just purchased my truck, 05 6.0 250, and I just noticed that when I first crank it and start to drive it "spits and sputters" for the first 15 mins or so... If I let it warm up before driving, it doesnt do it.. I am sure that there is tons of info in this forum about such matters but I am getting a headache trying to figure out all of the codes and what they mean. I know that this is something that I will understand in time. But I would really like a little help at the moment. I am starting a new maintenance schedule tomorrow with oil and filter changes, any other "quick newbie" starter tips are greatly appreciated.
As far as I know, it is all stock. Only factory guages and Im not sure if it has ever had any egr or stud work, nor if it has be chipped?
I just purchased my truck, 05 6.0 250, and I just noticed that when I first crank it and start to drive it "spits and sputters" for the first 15 mins or so... If I let it warm up before driving, it doesnt do it.. I am sure that there is tons of info in this forum about such matters but I am getting a headache trying to figure out all of the codes and what they mean. I know that this is something that I will understand in time. But I would really like a little help at the moment. I am starting a new maintenance schedule tomorrow with oil and filter changes, any other "quick newbie" starter tips are greatly appreciated.
As far as I know, it is all stock. Only factory guages and Im not sure if it has ever had any egr or stud work, nor if it has be chipped?
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My 06' F-350 Six.O was recently doing similar things,,,take off slow,,skipping some, shifting late, etc,, Checked my FICM voltage,,was low,for like 3 sec,,then up to 48,,found a used FICM at a Auto Recycler,,,$300 + tax,,was warranted also,,,Installed it,,,what a Difference,,,takes off Normal, shifts on time, runs great,,,will be sending out my old FICM to get Re-worked soon. Check your Voltage !
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It hasn't really been that cold here, lows reaching the 40's. I will look into getting the scanguage. I checked the oil, its a little high, not sure what the previous owner was doing or if it has some issues, but I am definitely going to crawl through it and try and work it out. Thanks for the heads up on the warmer, that will definitely help to pinpoint some issues... I hope the FICM is still good, I don't like messing with electronics. Thanks for your time guys, and any other info on any issues you have had in the past that I can take a look at will help to speed up my adventures.
-chris
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It hasn't really been that cold here, lows reaching the 40's. I will look into getting the scanguage. I checked the oil, its a little high, not sure what the previous owner was doing or if it has some issues, but I am definitely going to crawl through it and try and work it out. Thanks for the heads up on the warmer, that will definitely help to pinpoint some issues... I hope the FICM is still good, I don't like messing with electronics. Thanks for your time guys, and any other info on any issues you have had in the past that I can take a look at will help to speed up my adventures.
-chris
-chris
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Check out this thread it has a picture of ARP Head Bolts post #2 below so you can see if youve been studded or not.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...-replaced.html
this is the view from by the Air filter reminder or filter check (simular to the one on a 7-ton
Check out the 6.0 tech folder, has tons of stuff in it. that scan guage is the best bang for you buck, and a must to accurately diagnose something.. well as 5030tinkerer it can be done without but its nice being able to monitor on the fly!
oh and Welcome to FTE!
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/9...-replaced.html
this is the view from by the Air filter reminder or filter check (simular to the one on a 7-ton
Check out the 6.0 tech folder, has tons of stuff in it. that scan guage is the best bang for you buck, and a must to accurately diagnose something.. well as 5030tinkerer it can be done without but its nice being able to monitor on the fly!
oh and Welcome to FTE!
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Guys, I went to AutoZone and purchased the scanguage. It will be in tomorrow by 3. Any particular modes or settings that I should leave it on? Ive been looking for a place to put it all day lol. Thanks for all of the help and tips. I am excited about all the networking we have in here. I have seen all of the threads about "bullet proofing" and I think I am going to go ahead and invest now before something does go wrong...
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Check this out for scan guage codes:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...injectors.html
and heres a picture of how I mounted mine:
https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...injectors.html
and heres a picture of how I mounted mine:
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You may have to program the Scangauge with the PID's you want to monitor for example FICMP(FICM Main Power) is a PID that you would have to program in. If you go to Scangauge's website it has all of the necessary steps to getting what you need.
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