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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996ECONOLINE E250, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.8 HREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLREAR WHEEL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMDIAGNOSISRETRIEVING TROUBLE CODES
1996 Ford Econoline E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 H
Retrieving Trouble Codes
1996 Ford Econoline E250, Van Cargo Extended, 5.8 HSECTION Retrieving Trouble Codes
- Turn ignition on, with engine off. Locate Black RABS test connector. See COMPONENT LOCATIONS . Connector has 2 mating halves. One has a Black/Orange wire; other has a Red wire. Disconnect connector. Connect jumper wire to connector terminal with Black/Orange wire. Ground other end of jumper wire for 1-2 seconds. When ground circuit is completed and then broken, Yellow REAR ANTI-LOCK warning light will flash Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
- Code will repeat until ignition is turned off. Code consists of a number of short flashes followed by one long flash. Count each flash, short and long, to determine code number. For example: short, short, long, is Code 3. Perform appropriate code test after retrieving code. A Code 16 indicates system is operating properly. If Yellow light does not flash, go to TEST D under PRELIMINARY CHECK TESTS .
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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.