Test Equipment

1991 Mercury Tracer Base, 4D Sedan, AutomaticSECTION Test Equipment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Following equipment should be used in these test procedures.

  • EI Diagnostic Cable (Rotunda 007-00059)
  • Spark Tester (Neon Bulb Type)
  • Volt-Ohmmeter (Rotunda 007-00001)
  • Remote Starter Switch
  • 2 Breakout Boxes (T83L-50-EEC-IV)
  • Spark Tester (D81P-6666-A)
  • Inductive Timing Light
  • Test Light (LED Type) Or Logic Probe (LED Type)
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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.