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Jul 22, 2005 | 12:37 AM

ChronGen

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pulling codes

how do you pull codes? i always see people saying pull codes this, and pull codes that. i wanna know how to do this too if anyone is willing to show me. do i need some sorta' tool/book?

Thanks!

Jul 22, 2005 | 10:22 AM

MemOrex

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Here's where I, and many people, learned: http://fordfuelinjection.com/?p=13

It took me a couple of tries to get the hang of it...now its just cake

Jul 22, 2005 | 11:26 AM

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Pulling Codes

If you don't want to count just get an OBD I code reader. A decent one with a digital display can ususally be picked up at walmart for $30 or for other carriers go to www.codereader.com and do a search. You might want to pick up a cable extension for the code reader too so you can read it in your cab. Best of luck.

Jul 22, 2005 | 04:31 PM

EPNCSU2006

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I'd rather spend $30 bucks on something that my truck needs, but that is just me. Here is another link with instructions on pulling codes, with several diagrams: http://www.thorssell.net/hbook/eectest.html

Jul 22, 2005 | 04:35 PM

andym

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I think anyone's nuts to spend $30 on a codereader when I can get the same info with a paperclip.

Jul 25, 2005 | 11:30 AM

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okay, i'm probably just a moron, but why can't i find the test connector on my 87 f150? can someone tell me where it is? I looked all along the fender walls, and I just don't see it.

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Jul 25, 2005 | 01:39 PM

pmleow

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To each his own I guess. I just suggested the code reader as an option for those new to the fix-it game. It is unneccesary as andym says.

ghjess, if your truck is like my '89, the test connector can be found near the air filter on the drivers side. It has a cap making it a bit inconspicuous. It most likely won't be hangin loose, so look for it mounted to other components with a plastic retainer. Maybe someone else can give you more specific instructions regarding where to find it on an '87. best of luck.