Visual Checks
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup Heritage. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the air cleaner and inlet ducting.
- Check all engine vacuum hoses for damage, leaks, cracks, kinks and proper routing.
- Check the system wiring harness for proper connections, bent or broken pins, corrosion, loose wires and proper routing.
- Check the alternative fuel tank for adequate CNG level.
- Check the powertrain control module (PCM), sensors and actuators for physical damage.
- Check the alternative fuel control module (AFCM), sensors and actuators for physical damage.
- Check the engine coolant for proper level and mixture.
- Check the transmission fluid level and quality.
- Check for TSB and SPECIAL SERVICE messages.
- Make all necessary repairs before continuing with Diagnostic Quick Test.