1990 Ford Probe GL, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

3.0L Symptom-To-Diagnostic Flow Chart Menu

3.0L EEC-IV SYMPTOM DIAGNOSTIC

Symptom Go To: Circuit Test (Step No.)
Engine Runs Rough Or Misses, Lack Of Power, Idle Erratic, RPM Surges, Hesitation (1) S (2)
Stalls In Self-Test, Engine Stalls S (1)
Stall During Parking Maneuvers FF (3)
A/C Does Not Cut Off Under WOT Condition X (52)
A/C Not Functioning X (50)
Low Idle With A/C On FA (11)
Stumble After Hot Restart H (20)
Fuel Pump Runs With Engine Off X (14)
Gasoline Fumes Under Hood KD (1)
Black Exhaust Smoke H (29)
Spark Knock
3.0L PFI DG (1)
3.0L SHO KP (1)
No Engine Cooling Fan X (40)
Low Speed Cooling Fan Does Not Operate High Speed Cooling Fan Does Not Operate Low Or High Speed Cooling Fan Does Not Operate (2) X (19)
Low Or High Speed Cooling Fan Always On X (35)
"CHECK ENGINE" Or "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" Light Always On ML (1)
"CHECK ENGINE" Or "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" Light Never On ML (5)
"CHECK ENGINE" Or "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" Light On Intermittently ML (10)
"CHECK ENGINE" Or "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" Light Flashing With Erratic Idle ML (15)
Lack Of Power At Wide Open Throttle (3) KT (6)
(1) On SHO models, verify that MAF Sensor is properly connected.
(2) Except SHO models.
(3) SHO models only.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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

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