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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996E 350 VAN V8-460 7.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - IGNITION SYSTEMIGNITION CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1996 Ford E 350 Van V8-460 7.5L
Ignition Control Module: Service and Repair
1996 Ford E 350 Van V8-460 7.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Ignition Module:
Removal
1. Remove two screws retaining Ignition Control Module (ICM) heat sink assembly to left fender apron.
2. Disconnect harness connector from ignition control module.
3. Remove two screws retaining ignition control module to heat sink and remove ignition control module.
Installation
1. Coat ignition control module base plate with silicone compound, approximately 0.0179 mm (1/32-inch) thick. Use Silicone Dielectric Compound (WA-10) D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A.
2. Position ignition control module onto heat sink and tighten two retaining screws to 1.2-1.8 Nm (11-16 lb in).
3. Install ignition control module heat sink assembly on left fender apron using two retaining screws, and tighten to 9-14 Nm (80-124 lb in).
4. Connect wiring to ignition control module.
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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.