help me decipher the codes
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help me decipher the codes
I checked my engine and I got a couple of stored codes. The first was code 42 (system rich) and code 34 (EVP Voltage above closed limit). I knew I was running rich but I don't know why. Does this other code have anything to do with my rich condition? Any help is appreciated.
JPF
1988 F350 4x4 351 efi
JPF
1988 F350 4x4 351 efi
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help me decipher the codes
The EVP (EGR Valve Position) is a sensor mounted on the EGR valve that tells the ECM (computer) what position your EGR valve is in. It sounds like you have an EGR valve that is stuck.
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help me decipher the codes
My check engine light did come on and I also reset the codes before I tried them. A symtom it has is that it tends to miss at low acceleration when it warms up. I can goose it and it is fine.
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just had problems with my O2 sensor...the check engine light never came on but i was running rich...ran the codes and got code 41 (running lean)...system was compesating by running rich...anyways it turned out to be a melted wire on the O2 sensor grounding out...a little electric tape did the trick...when i was troubleshooting i was told it was a waiste of time to run the codes if the check engine light wasn't on...this was untrue in my case...
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Newbie question here....
How does one check codes on an 88 F150? Do i need a scanner or can it be done by cycling the ignition key? And this would be OBD1 correct?
How does one check codes on an 88 F150? Do i need a scanner or can it be done by cycling the ignition key? And this would be OBD1 correct?
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It is OBD, yes, and you can check the codes yourself. Go to http://fordfuelinjection.com and click on "Getting Codes" to find out how it is done.
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