Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2018 Ford Explorer PlatinumFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Pinpoint Test DN: Pressure And Temperature Sensors Through Pinpoint Test FD: Brake Pedal Inputs - (Except Diesel & Hybrid)
- Pinpoint Test DN: Pressure And Temperature Sensors
- Pinpoint Test Do: Barometric Pressure (BARO) Sensor
- Pinpoint Test DP: Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor/Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
- Pinpoint Test Dr: Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
- Pinpoint Test DS: Exhaust Gas RECIRCULATION Temperature (EGRT) Sensor
- Pinpoint Test DT: Exhaust Pressure (EP) Sensor
- Pinpoint Test DV: Throttle Body Assembly Electronic Throttle Control (Etc)
- Pinpoint Test DW: Heated Oxygen Sensor (Ho2S)
- Pinpoint Test DX: Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
- Pinpoint Test DY: Engine Oil Temperature (EOT) Sensor
- Pinpoint Test Dz: Universal Heated Oxygen Sensor (Ho2S)
- Pinpoint Test Em: Emission Compliance
- Pinpoint Test Fa: Ambient Air Temperature (AAT) Sensor
- Pinpoint Test FB: Power Take Off (PTO)
- Pinpoint Test FD: Brake Pedal Inputs
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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.
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