Notices
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel 2003 - 2007 F250, F350 pickup and F350+ Cab Chassis, 2003 - 2005 Excursion and 2003 - 2009 van

Engine miss after using tow haul.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jan 28, 2016 | 05:31 PM
  #1  
bobv60's Avatar
bobv60
Thread Starter
|
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,866
Likes: 84
From: Rainier OR
Engine miss after using tow haul.

If I use tow haul going down a grade (empty) of a mile or so whin I come to a stop I have a hard miss at idle. A hard acceleration stops the miss and won't come back till I use tow haul again. Also get a code for cyl contribution 1 and 4. I am assuming a bad injectors, but just want to get another opinion
 
Reply
Old Jan 28, 2016 | 05:36 PM
  #2  
npccpartsman's Avatar
npccpartsman
Hotshot
20 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 15,368
Likes: 121
From: Stuttgart, Ar
Club FTE Silver Member

That should have nothing to do with towhaul. That's just coincidental. I think you're right on the injectors. have you checked your FICM voltage?
 
Reply
Old Jan 28, 2016 | 06:04 PM
  #3  
bobv60's Avatar
bobv60
Thread Starter
|
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,866
Likes: 84
From: Rainier OR
I thought the same thing, but it is VERY repeteable. Never happens with out t/h and about 50% with. Same roads. Only ting I can think is air from cyl gitting into fuel system.
 
Reply
Old Jan 29, 2016 | 03:22 AM
  #4  
Yahiko's Avatar
Yahiko
Fleet Owner
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 27,307
Likes: 549
From: Spanaway
If you want to come on up this next week and we can
run a scan on it with the Clone VCMII and the IDS.



Sean

6.0L Tech Folder
 
Reply
Old Jan 29, 2016 | 06:53 AM
  #5  
bobv60's Avatar
bobv60
Thread Starter
|
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,866
Likes: 84
From: Rainier OR
Thanks Sean, Don't know if I can make it, Lots of stuff going on. I might pick up a Snap on Modus I have been looking at and try that.
The FICM Volts stay right around 47.5 on the Live wire TS. The lowest I have ever seen is 46.
 
Reply
Old Jan 29, 2016 | 08:17 AM
  #6  
Per4mance's Avatar
Per4mance
Logistics Pro
10 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Shutterbug
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 4,097
Likes: 23
From: Kissimmee,Fla
FICM time,I'll bet
 
Reply
Old Jan 29, 2016 | 03:55 PM
  #7  
Yahiko's Avatar
Yahiko
Fleet Owner
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 27,307
Likes: 549
From: Spanaway
Originally Posted by bobv60
Thanks Sean, Don't know if I can make it, Lots of stuff going on. I might pick up a Snap on Modus I have been looking at and try that.
The FICM Volts stay right around 47.5 on the Live wire TS. The lowest I have ever seen is 46.
You do know I have a Snap On SOLUS I am selling?



Sean

6.0L Tech Folder
 
Reply
Old Jan 29, 2016 | 06:47 PM
  #8  
bobv60's Avatar
bobv60
Thread Starter
|
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,866
Likes: 84
From: Rainier OR
No I didnt. What do you have and how much? The one I am looking at is a MODUS that has 13.4 software, a cart, keyboard, external monitor. The bad I'd the bottons on the modus so have to use keyboard and battery doesn't hold a charge. I can get for $700
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-1

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-3

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
story-4

Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

 Joe Kucinski
story-5

AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

 Brett Foote
story-6

Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-7

Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

 Verdad Gallardo
story-8

10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

 Joe Kucinski
story-9

2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

 Brett Foote
Old Jan 30, 2016 | 02:07 AM
  #9  
Yahiko's Avatar
Yahiko
Fleet Owner
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 27,307
Likes: 549
From: Spanaway
I'll PM you.

About the only things it did not do was the Active Command
and power balance test. There are a few other things.


Sean

6.0L Tech Folder
 
Reply
Old Jan 30, 2016 | 02:01 PM
  #10  
bobv60's Avatar
bobv60
Thread Starter
|
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,866
Likes: 84
From: Rainier OR
Sean, Just found your post from '12 on Snap On diag website about doing the cyl balance test. It looks like the modus with 13.4 will do these tests and that is one of the things I am looking to do. Also need to do ABS unit brake bleed on GM products. I am going to look at it tonight. That IS a good deal on your SOLUS, but I don't think it will do everything I am looking for.
SnapOn MODIS EEMS300 scanner
 
Reply
Old Jan 30, 2016 | 03:30 PM
  #11  
Yahiko's Avatar
Yahiko
Fleet Owner
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 27,307
Likes: 549
From: Spanaway
A MODIS with Lab-scope module is what I replaced the SOLUS with.
I just need to get a new battery for it.



Sean

6.0L Tech Folder
 
Reply
Old Jan 30, 2016 | 03:49 PM
  #12  
bobv60's Avatar
bobv60
Thread Starter
|
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,866
Likes: 84
From: Rainier OR
Looks like I might need a battery also. Looking at online manuals it looks like there is a different plug in for power and a separate one for charging.
 
Reply
Old Jan 31, 2016 | 06:51 AM
  #13  
dr67's Avatar
dr67
Senior User
Joined: Dec 2007
Posts: 206
Likes: 1
From: Chico, ca
Are all your ground straps on the engine and Transmission in good condition and making good contact?
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
jimbo1969
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
34
Jul 19, 2016 03:28 PM
Yahiko
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
9
May 13, 2016 06:45 AM
Yahiko
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
9
Jan 17, 2016 05:37 AM
Yahiko
6.0L Power Stroke Diesel
40
Jul 23, 2015 07:07 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 10:13 AM.

story-0
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-02 21:45:57


VIEW MORE
story-1
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalytic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-30 18:33:59


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-5
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-6
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-7
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-9
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE