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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996EXPLORER 4D UTILITY, 4.0 X, 4WD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)EXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 72 (ENGINE CONTROLS - BASIC TESTING)IGNITION CHECKSIGNITION CONTROL MODULE
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, Automatic
Ignition Control Module
1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, AutomaticSECTION Ignition Control Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect Ignition Control Module (ICM) connector and install Test Harness (49 H018 910). Using a analog volt/ohmmeter, connect (+) lead to ground and (-) lead to single-pin test wire of test harness. See Fig 1
.CAUTION: Ensure ohmmeter is installed with (+) lead to ground and (-) lead to single-pin wire of test harness. DO NOT reverse leads, or damage may result.
- Connect Ignitor Checker (49 F018 002) to other lead of test harness and to battery. Set ohmmeter to X1 scale.
- Turn ignition on. DO NOT touch ignitor checker switch SW1. Push up ignitor checker switch SW2 and note ohmmeter reading. Ohmmeter needle should jump to 1/2 of the scale and then return. If ohmmeter does not operate as specified, replace ICM.
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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.