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I tried searching, but I don’t know what terms to use.
When I start my 2017 350, it’s a little surprise as to what will come up on the screen. Usually it’s the dash dimmer level...then it disappears. Today I got a wrench that didn’t go away, then on next start up I got HillDecent unavailable, and then something else that I forget now.
For the most part I can’t press the start button once. The engine will crank and cough out one half turn. Takes a couple presses to get it going.
I’m in Canada and I like my display in imperial not metric, I’ve had it in imperial since new ...when I change the units (Fahrenheit/Miles) to imperial they will change back to metric on the next start up. Also the clock, on the Sync screen goes to 24 hour clock and won’t stay on regular time.
Thanks for the replies.
checked all that.
Did a voltage test too, 14.8 running 12.9 not running drops to 12.4 when starting.
Also looked for any codes.
My voltage readings came from, the OBD port. Would that include any cable drop?
I was thinking about loading in my original software, but I never saved it before I went on my FORScan journey.
I haven’t played with FORScan in 4 years. I forget how to do it now.
Looks like I might be taking this to the dealer. I’ve never had the truck in for anything major before. Ugg...$$$
Maybe the connectors at the rear of the truck? They are located in front of the bumper, between the frame rails. Lowering the tire makes the access a bit easier. Open the connectors and carefully inspect them for corrosion.
I would test the battery directly, low battery even by a small bit can set off so many other issues.
If you have an Advanced Auto they will run the code thingy for free and test battery too for free
My voltage readings came from, the OBD port. Would that include any cable drop?
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Voltage drop test is different from reading system voltage. The purpose of voltage drop test is to understand resistance in the circuit. I'd explain to you the how but you'd think I was insane. It doesn't make sense to most. So, for that reason, I suggest you look it up. It's very easy to do and is vital when troubleshooting a problem like this. It might save you a trip to the dealer.