Speed Control/Speedometer

1984 Ford Bronco L6-300 4.9L VIN K 1-bblSECTION Speed Control/Speedometer

1980-87 Models Exc. 1983-87 Ranger, 1984-87 Bronco II & 1986-87 Aerostar
1. Disconnect 6 way connector from amplifier assembly, then connect an ohmmeter between dark green wire w/white stripe and black wire on 1980 E-100-350, 1981-83 F-100-350 models and Bronco, and 1984-87 F-150-350 and Bronco, or green and black wire on 1980 F-100-350 and 1981-83 E-100-350 models and 1984-87 E-150-350 at the speed sensor end. A reading of 40 ohms should be obtained. A reading of 0 ohms indicates a shorted coil and an infinity reading indicates an open coil.
2. Replace sensor if a correct reading has not been obtained.


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