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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996F 150 4WD PICKUP L6-300 4.9LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESFREEZE FRAME DATA
1996 Ford F 150 4WD Pickup L6-300 4.9L
Freeze Frame Data
1996 Ford F 150 4WD Pickup L6-300 4.9LSECTION Freeze Frame Data
Freeze Frame Data Table:
DESCRIPTION
Freeze Frame Data allows access to emission related values from specific generic PIDs. These values are stored the instant an emission related DTC is stored in Continuous Memory. This provides a snapshot of the conditions that were present when the DTC was stored. Once one set of freeze frame data is stored, this data will remain in memory even if another emission related DTC is stored, with the exception of Misfire or Fuel System DTCs. Once freeze frame data for Misfire or Fuel System DTC is stored, it will overwrite any previous data and freeze frame will not be further overwritten. When a DTC associated with the freeze frame is erased or a PCM memory reset is performed, new freeze frame data can be stored again. In the event of multiple emission related DTCs in memory, always note the DTC for the freeze frame data.
PROCEDURE
- Perform the necessary vehicle preparation and visual inspection.
- Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).
- Select NEW VEHICLE YEAR & MODEL.
- Select VEHICLE & ENGINE SELECTION menu (OPTIONAL).
- 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 FREEZE FRAME PID REQUEST
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.