1990 Ford Festiva LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Controls - Sensor Operating Range Charts: Introduction

Sensor operating range information can help determine if a sensor is out of calibration. An out-of-calibration sensor may not set a trouble code, but it will cause driveability problems.

NOTE: All voltage tests should be performed with a Digital Volt-Ohmmeter (DVOM) with a minimum 10-megohm input impedance, unless stated otherwise in test procedure.
VANE AIRFLOW METER TERMINAL RESISTANCE

Across Terminals Fully Closed Ohms Fully Open Ohms
E2-Vs 20-400 20-1000
E2-Vc 100-300 100-300
E2-Vb 200-400 200-400
E2-THA -4°F (-20°C) 13.6-18.4k -4°F (-20°C) 13.6-18.4k
E2-THA 68°F (20°C) 2.2-2.7k 68°F (20°C) 2.2-2.7k
E2-THA 140°F (60°C) 500-700 140°F (60°C) 500-700
E1-Fc Infinite 0
Fig 1: Identifying Vane Airflow Meter Connector Terminals
G93383Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR RESISTANCE

Temperature °F (°C) Resistance Ohms
-4 (-20) 14,600-17,800
68 (20) 2,300-2,700
176 (80) 200-400
O2 SENSOR VOLTAGE

O2 Terminal to Ground (1) Volts
4000 RPM .55 V
More Than 4000 RPM .5-1.0 V
Less Than 4000 RPM 0-0.4 V
(1) With engine warm and at specified RPM.
THROTTLE POSITION SWITCH (TPS) RESISTANCE

Test Condition (1) Continuity Between IDL-TL Continuity Between PSW-TL
.02" (.5 mm) Yes No
.03" (.7 mm) No No
Wide Open Throttle No Yes
(1) Insert specified feeler gauge between throttle adjustment screw and stop lever.
Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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