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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021TRANSIT-350 HD BASE, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 3.5L ENG VIN 8, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 13 (ENGINE CONTROLS - PINPOINT TESTS (DIESEL))PINPOINT TESTS FB: CHARGE AIR COOLER TEMPERATURE (CACT) SENSORINTRODUCTION
2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWD
Pinpoint Tests FB: Charge Air Cooler Temperature (CACT) Sensor: Introduction
2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION Introduction
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NOTE:
Regeneration may occur during normal operation. During regeneration, diagnostic procedures may display biased values. If a regeneration occurs during diagnostic procedures, allow the process to complete before continuing diagnostics.
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- harness circuits: CACT and SIGRTN
- CACT sensor (12A697)
- PCM (12A650)
| Pin | Circuit |
|---|---|
| 2 | SIGRTN (Signal Return) |
| 1 | CACT (Charge Air Cooler Temperature) |
| Pin | Circuit |
|---|---|
| 4 | SIGRTN (Signal Return) |
| 13 | CACT (Charge Air Cooler Temperature) |
| Pin | Circuit |
|---|---|
| 6 | SIGRTN (Signal Return) |
| 11 | CACT (Charge Air Cooler Temperature) |
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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.