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P1140 - Water In Fuel Condition
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION P1140 - Water In Fuel Condition
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DTC DESCRIPTION P1140 - WATER IN FUEL CONDITION
| Description: The water in fuel (WIF) sensor is monitored by the PCM. This DTC sets when the PCM detects water in the fuel, and the WIF indicator lamp is illuminated. | |||
Possible Causes:
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| Diagnostic Aids: Drain a fuel sample from the fuel conditioning module and inspect for water or contaminants. If no water or contaminants are in the container, check for a circuit concern. | |||
| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | GO to PINPOINT TEST O . | ||
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.
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