Chart 2

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Chart 2

Starting Concerns:

  • Hard Start/Long Crank
  • Erratic Start/Erratic Crank
SYSTEM/COMPONENT REFERENCE (Β PINPOINT TEST - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINEΒ  ) unless notedΒ 
Battery Condition and Current Draw Visual, Charging System - Refer to the appropriate GENERATORS & REGULATORS article.
Secondary Ignition System For vehicles equipped with a coil pack ignition system, GO to PINPOINT TEST JC .
For all others, GO to PINPOINT TEST JB .
Fuel Delivery System Natural Gas Applications:
GO to B: Natural Gas Fuel Delivery System STEP HB1.
All Others:
GO to C: Fuel Delivery System STEP HC1.
Exhaust System GO to F: Catalyst Efficiency Monitor and Exhaust Systems STEP HF5.
PCV System GO to G: Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System STEP HG1.
EVAP System GO to X: Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Monitor and System STEP HX14.
Intake Air System GO to U: Intake Air Systems STEP HU1.
Starting System Starting System - Refer to the appropriate STARTING SYSTEM article.
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor GO to C: Mass Air Flow Sensor STEP DC25.
5.4L SC F -Series only:
Check high speed fuel pump secondary circuits.
GO to A: Fuel Pump Relay STEP KA52.
Additional Testing GO to Z: Intermittent STEP Z1.
Additional Checks:
  • For applications with two Camshaft Position (CMP) sensors, verify CMP1 and CMP2 circuits are not shorted together.
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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.