Notices
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L) Diesel Topics Only

tac waky

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 15, 2004 | 09:57 PM
  #1  
butch a 250 d's Avatar
butch a 250 d
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 97
Likes: 0
From: qualcum beach bc
tac waky

my tac started to act funny tonight at an idle it drops to zero but when i step on the throttle it comes back but when it drops the od lite starts to flash then stops when it revs up could this be the tac sensor or something more serious
thanks butch
 
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2004 | 08:51 AM
  #2  
motovert2001's Avatar
motovert2001
Senior User
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 126
Likes: 0
Loose wires somewere.
 
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2004 | 09:05 AM
  #3  
pnose's Avatar
pnose
Elder User
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 692
Likes: 0
From: newfoundland canada
Look for frayed wires where they go into the tach sender,it is located in front of the ip,in the housing over the timing gears.It could be also caused by the vss sens in the rear axle housing,you can remove that from the housing and clean the end of it.
 
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2004 | 09:55 AM
  #4  
butch a 250 d's Avatar
butch a 250 d
Thread Starter
|
Junior User
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 97
Likes: 0
From: qualcum beach bc
i had a prob with the sensor in the rear dif last summer and it was a bad wire i will be looking on the tac sensor now thanks
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ZachH
1994.5 - 1997 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
19
Jul 30, 2016 05:43 PM
butch h
Escape & Escape Hybrid
5
Jan 8, 2010 10:15 AM
Butch(OH)
Modular V8 (4.6L, 5.4L)
2
Feb 3, 2009 07:59 PM
orion39
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
0
Dec 23, 2008 06:33 PM
butchs38
335 Series- 5.8/351M, 6.6/400, 351 Cleveland
21
Aug 25, 2003 03:19 PM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:47 PM.

story-0
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-1
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-2
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-3
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-4
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-5
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-6
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-7
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-8
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-9
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