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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 185 (STARTERS - DIESEL)ON-VEHICLE TESTINGSTARTER GROUND CIRCUIT TEST
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W
Starter Ground Circuit Test
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Starter Ground Circuit Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Make all DVOM connections at component terminal rather than at cable or wire end.
- Disconnect wiring from fuel shutoff solenoid. Connect remote starter switch between starter solenoid terminal "S" and positive battery post on passenger side. See Fig 1 .
- Connect positive DVOM lead to starter housing, and negative lead to negative battery post. Engage remote starter switch while observing DVOM. DVOM should indicate .2 volt or less. If DVOM indicates more than .2 volt, clean negative cable connections at battery and engine. Retest system.
- If voltage drop is still excessive, repair or replace appropriate negative battery cable and/or engine ground cable as necessary. Repeat starter ground circuit test after repair to ensure problem has been corrected.
NOTE:
Take reading at both negative battery posts individually. Record results from both negative posts.
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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.