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Using New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester
1996 Ford E 350 Van V8-460 7.5LSECTION Using New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester
DESCRIPTION
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reset allows the scan tool to command the PCM to clear all emission-related diagnostic information. When resetting the PCM, a DTC P1000 will be stored in the PCM until all the OBD II system monitors or components have been tested to satisfy a drive cycle, without any other faults occurring. For more information about a drive cycle, refer to Drive Cycles.
The following events occur when a PCM reset is performed:
- Clears the number of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).
- Clears the DTCs.
- Clears the freeze frame data.
- Clears oxygen sensor test data.
- Resets status of the OBD II system monitors.
- Sets DTC P1000.
PROCEDURE
- Turn key OFF.
- Perform the necessary vehicle preparation and visual inspection.
- Select VEHICLE & ENGINE SELECTION menu (OPTIONAL).
- Select NEW VEHICLE YEAR & MODEL.
- Select year, engine, model with the appropriate qualifier, if needed (i.e., transmission, 49 States, California) (OPTIONAL).
- Follow operating instructions from the menu.
- Select GENERIC OBD II FUNCTIONS.
- Press CONT button if all OBD II monitors are not complete.
- Turn key ON.
- Select CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC CODES.
- Press START Key.
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reset allows the scan tool to command the PCM to clear all emission-related diagnostic information. When resetting the PCM, a DTC P1000 will be stored in the PCM until all the OBD II system monitors or components have been tested to satisfy a drive cycle, without any other faults occurring. For more information about a drive cycle, refer to Drive Cycles.
The following events occur when a PCM reset is performed:
- Clears the number of Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).
- Clears the DTCs.
- Clears the freeze frame data.
- Clears oxygen sensor test data.
- Resets status of the OBD II system monitors.
- Sets DTC P1000.
PROCEDURE
- Turn key OFF.
- Perform the necessary vehicle preparation and visual inspection.
- Select VEHICLE & ENGINE SELECTION menu (OPTIONAL).
- Select NEW VEHICLE YEAR & MODEL.
- Select year, engine, model with the appropriate qualifier, if needed (i.e., transmission, 49 States, California) (OPTIONAL).
- Follow operating instructions from the menu.
- Select GENERIC OBD II FUNCTIONS.
- Press CONT button if all OBD II monitors are not complete.
- Turn key ON.
- Select CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC CODES.
- Press START Key.
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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.