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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1996PICKUP F250, 2D PICKUP, 4.9 Y, STANDARD, M5OD-R2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING, VENTILATION & A/C (HVAC)HVAC CONTROL SYSTEMSHVAC SYSTEM - MANUALTESTINGFUNCTION CONTROL SWITCH
1996 Ford Pickup F250, 2D Pickup, 4.9 Y, Standard, M5OD-R2
Function Control Switch
1996 Ford Pickup F250, 2D Pickup, 4.9 Y, Standard, M5OD-R2SECTION Function Control Switch
- Remove control panel. See CONTROL PANEL under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. With function control switch connector removed from switch, use self-powered test light or ohmmeter to test switch.
- To test clutch circuit, connect self-powered test light between Brown /White wire (Light Blue /Pink wire on "F" Series) terminal and Purple wire terminal. When function control knob is turned to MAXA/C, NORM A/C, MIX or DEF position, continuity should be present. Continuity should not be present when function control switch is moved to any other position. Replace function control switch if it does not test correctly.
- To test blower motor circuit, connect self-powered test light between MD6Brown/Yellow wire terminal and Brown /Orange wire terminal. Continuity should be present when function control knob is moved to any position except OFF.
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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.