Intermittent Diagnosis

1993 Ford Pickup F250, 2D Pickup, 5.0 N, Standard, M5OD-R2SECTION Intermittent Diagnosis
  1. Reinstall any components previously removed. Reconnect any connectors previously disconnected. Clear all codes. See CLEARING CODESΒ  . Turn ignition on. If Yellow REAR ABS light does not self-check or stays on, go next step. If Yellow REAR ABS light does self-check, go step 3).
  2. Check all component connectors for bent terminals, damaged connector terminal locks or damaged connector wedge. Repair as necessary. If any of these conditions are found, check wire length of circuit. If wire length is short, repair as necessary to prevent problem from recurring.
  3. Ensure ignition is on. Observe Yellow light. Starting at one component, wiggle connector by connector until whole circuit has been tested. If Yellow light does not come on, go to next step. If Yellow light comes on, repair wire terminal or connector as necessary and go to step 5).
  4. If a trouble code is being serviced, perform step 3) on all circuits affected. If all affected circuits have been tested, go to step 6).
  5. Retrieve trouble codes. See RETRIEVING TROUBLE CODESΒ  . If code is different than one being serviced, go to appropriate code under TROUBLE CODE DIAGNOSISΒ  . If code is not different than one being serviced, repair wire, terminal or connector as necessary and go to step 7).
  6. Verify all appropriate diagnostic procedures have been performed. If system PRE-CHECK TESTS have been completed and a code received, and all tests for that code under TROUBLE CODE DIAGNOSIS have been performed, repeat appropriate code under TROUBLE CODE DIAGNOSISΒ  . If PRE-CHECK TESTS or test for appropriate code have not been completed, return to procedure not yet performed.
  7. Clear all codes. See CLEARING CODESΒ  . Turn ignition off. Retrieve trouble codes. See RETRIEVING TROUBLE CODESΒ  . If CODE 16 is present, problem has been corrected. If previous code still exists, go to step 4). If a different code is present, go to appropriate test under TROUBLE CODE DIAGNOSISΒ  .
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When to See a Mechanic

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.