Notices
1999 - 2016 Super Duty 1999 to 2016 Ford F250, F350, F450 and F550 Super Duty with diesel V8 and gas V8 and V10 engines
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Real Truck

Need help diagnosing

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Apr 27, 2024 | 04:14 PM
  #1  
Mackio's Avatar
Mackio
Thread Starter
|
7th Gear
Joined: Oct 2022
Posts: 7
Likes: 3
Need help diagnosing

Hi all,
My 2001 F-350 5.4 is running bad at idle. It will usually die after idling for 5 to 10 minutes. It drives fine, just doesn't like to idle.
Some 50:1 mixed gas was put in by mistake 6 months ago or so. Maybe 2 gallons or less. Truck was immediately fueled up to dilute it more. Fuel filter has been replaced as well.
Attached are 4 pictures of some codes I'm getting on my reader as well, but I'm not much of a mechanic and any help explaining these codes and what might need replacing would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for any help.




 
Reply
Old Apr 28, 2024 | 05:24 PM
  #2  
Boaterguy's Avatar
Boaterguy
Laughing Gas
10 Year Member
Photoriffic
Liked
Loved
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 962
Likes: 114
From: Middle TN
Vacuum leak somewhere.
 
Reply
Old May 3, 2024 | 12:34 AM
  #3  
reptar0077's Avatar
reptar0077
More Turbo
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Dec 2015
Posts: 500
Likes: 38
From: Pacific Northwest
Start by replacing all the vacuum lines first to eliminate and old cracked hoses.
If its still present then your gonna have to go deeper. After that I would try cleaning the mass air flow sensor.
If its still present after that, then it may be the actual air manifold intake gasket. If its not that at the same time it could be the intake manifold itself, either a crack in the manifold from to many heat cycles, OR a crack right near the thermostat as was the case for myself. Any after market manifolds are garbage for this truck. Only recommend the actual Ford OEM manifold for this.
 
Reply
Old May 3, 2024 | 07:55 AM
  #4  
redford's Avatar
redford
FTE Leadership Emeritus
25 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 23,174
Likes: 1,678
From: Stephensville WI
Club FTE Gold Member
2 stroke mix won't hurt your 5.4L, especially in that low amount.

Check your IAC. It probably needs cleaning.
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
bigberthasdad
Large Truck
2
Jan 30, 2023 08:07 PM
Kenneth Maddux
1987 - 1996 F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks
8
Jun 9, 2021 10:59 PM
Pistoltwo2
2015 - 2020 F150
3
May 8, 2021 11:09 AM
packrat56
1948 - 1956 F1, F100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
8
Mar 10, 2017 08:27 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 12:06 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic 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 | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
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-8
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-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

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


VIEW MORE