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1996 Ford RV Cutaway 5.8 H

Section 36 (Engine Controls - System & Component Testing - 5.8L EEC-IV): Introduction

1996 Ford RV Cutaway 5.8 HSECTION Introduction
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Ford Pickup and 1996 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: This article covers 5.8L with Federal emissions and Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 8500 lbs. System and component testing for all other pickup models is integrated into self-diagnostics procedures. See TESTS W/CODES - 5.8L EEC-V article for testing procedures.

Before testing separate components or systems, perform BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES in the BASIC TESTING - 5.8L article. Since many computer-controlled and monitored components set a trouble code if they malfunction, also perform SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TESTS in the TESTS W/CODES - 5.8L EEC-IV article.

NOTE: Testing individual components does not isolate short or open circuits. Perform all voltage tests with a Digital Volt-Ohmmeter (DVOM) with a minimum 10-megohm input impedance, unless stated otherwise in test procedure. Use ohmmeter to isolate shorted or open wiring harness.
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