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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1991TRACER BASE, 4D SEDAN, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 4 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/CODES - EEC-IV)QUICK TESTDESCRIPTION
1991 Mercury Tracer Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic
Quick Test: Description
1991 Mercury Tracer Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Description
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Following procedures are functional tests of EEC-IV system. See Figure . These 5 basic test steps must be carefully followed in sequence, otherwise misdiagnosis or replacement of non-faulty components may result:
- Visual Check & Vehicle Preparation.
- Equipment Hookup.
- KOEO (Key On Engine Off) SELF-TEST.
- Computed Timing Check.
- KOER (Key On Engine Running) SELF-TEST.
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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.