Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1994 Terminology
Due to Federal government requirements, manufacturers may use names and acronyms for systems and components different than those used in previous years. Following table will help eliminate confusion when dealing with these components and systems. Only relevant components and systems whose names have changed from current Ford Motor Co. terminology have been listed. See the REVISED TERMINOLOGY table below.
| 1992 & Earlier | 1993 & Later |
|---|---|
| ACT SENSOR | Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor |
| BP SENSOR | Barometric Pressure (BARO) Sensor |
| CHECK ENGINE Light | Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) |
| Camshaft Sensor | Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor |
| CPS | Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor |
| DIS | Electronic Ignition (EI) Low Data Rate System |
| ECA | Powertrain Control Module (PCM) |
| EDIS | Electronic Ignition (EI) High Data Rate System |
| EGO | Oxygen Sensor (O2S) |
| ESA | Distributor Ignition |
| HEGO | Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) |
| Inertia Switch | Inertia Fuel Shutoff (IFS) Switch |
| Intercooler | Charge Air Cooler (CAC) |
| NGS | Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch |
| PRCS | Fuel Pressure Regulator Control (FPRC) Solenoid |
| Self-Test Connector | Data Link Connector (DLC) |
| DIS Module, EDIS Module Or TFI-IV Module | Ignition Control Module (ICM) |
| Thermactor Air System | Secondary Air Injection (AIR) System |
| Thick Film Ignition-IV | Distributor Ignition (DI) |
| TPS | Throttle Position (TP) Sensor |
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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.