DT6.5 Check Condition of Speed Sensor Ring Teeth

1994 Ford F 150 2WD Pickup L6-300 4.9LSECTION DT6.5 Check Condition of Speed Sensor Ring Teeth
- Carefully inspect each tooth on the speed sensor ring. (Rear Axle Differential cover should still be off.)

- Are any teeth missing, malformed, or damaged?

YES -- Replace exciter ring. Go to Drive Test -- Code 16 to verify concern is resolved. Drive Test 1 Code 16

NO -- Return to pinpoint test -- Code 6, Step 6.9. 6.9
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