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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1992ESCORT L4-110 1.8L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONLIMITED OPERATING SYSTEM
1992 Ford Escort L4-110 1.8L DOHC
Limited Operating System
1992 Ford Escort L4-110 1.8L DOHCSECTION Limited Operating System
PURPOSE
Limited Operating Strategy (LOS) is back-up strategy in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), maintaining vehicle operation if one or more inputs fail.
OPERATION
When sensor input is perceived to be out of limits by the PCM, it substitutes a fixed in-limit sensor value and continues to monitor the faulty sensor input. If the faulty sensor begins to operate within limits, the PCM will return to normal engine running strategy. When the vehicle is operating in LOS, the CHECK ENGINE light will be ON.
Limited Operating Strategy (LOS) is back-up strategy in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), maintaining vehicle operation if one or more inputs fail.
OPERATION
When sensor input is perceived to be out of limits by the PCM, it substitutes a fixed in-limit sensor value and continues to monitor the faulty sensor input. If the faulty sensor begins to operate within limits, the PCM will return to normal engine running strategy. When the vehicle is operating in LOS, the CHECK ENGINE light will be ON.
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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.