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Is the Check Engine light on on my Ford PowerStroke?

Is the Check Engine light on on my Ford PowerStroke?

Then goes to normal sometimes. Also is your check engine light on? It’s the temp sensor, mine done that a week ago.

What causes the temp gauge to peg Hot?

When my car is running, the temp gauge goes and pegs hot, even if the car is cold. I dont know if its a coincidence that I just changed my plugs or what, but Id like the gauge to read proper. What would cause it to peg hot??

What would cause a fuel gauge to peg way past full?

Re: What would cause a fuel gauge to peg way past full? Generally, if your gauge is reading past full and the tank isn’t full, it’s the positive wire that has a connection problem. If it’s reading totally empty, it’s the ground. If your tank if full of gas right now; I’d drive it for a while and see what happens.

What should the coolant temp gauge be on a 2000 Ford truck?

Mine is a 2000 but should be about the same, usually runs below the middle of the gauge but in the norm range. My truck has the same problem, never reads higher then the lowest line unless going up a long hill then it just passes. did you find a solution?

Then goes to normal sometimes. Also is your check engine light on? It’s the temp sensor, mine done that a week ago.

What does it mean when my ” check gauges ” light comes on?

Her mechanical career has spanned 41 years working on everything from Porsches to Heavy Equipment to including classic vehicles which she owns several and has personally restored in a world dominated by men. What Does It Mean When My “Check Gauges” Light Comes On?

What happens if your oil level is low?

Low oil levels reduce the life of the engine and could cause it to seize up depending on how low it had fallen. If this lady had checked her engine oil regularly, she may not be looking at having to install a rebuilt engine due to lack of lubrication. A very costly mistake.

How often should I check the oil level in my car?

I always recommend checking the fluids under your cars hood at least once a week. The engine oil lever was so low it wasn’t even registering on the dipstick. Low oil levels reduce the life of the engine and could cause it to seize up depending on how low it had fallen.

What are the most common problems with a 6.0L Powerstroke?

Most Common 6.0L Powerstroke Problems. 1 1. Head Gasket Failures & TTY Head Studs. The 6.0L Powerstroke came equipped with TTY, or torque to yield, head studs. If you are considering 2 2. FICM: Fuel Injection Control Module Failure. 3 3. 6.0L Powerstroke Oil Cooler Problems. 4 4. EGR Cooler Problems. 5 5. EGR Valve Problems.

Why does my 6.0L Powerstroke stick open?

The EGR Valve on the 6.0L Powerstroke regulates the amount of exhaust gases that are reintroduced to the engine. Just like the EGR Cooler, the EGR Valve is suspect to clogging issues from excess soot. The valve can stick open, causing poor performance. Often times this occurs due to excessive idling or poor fuel quality.

What are the trouble codes for Powerstroke 6.0?

P1703 BOO Brake switch out of self test range During KOER self-test the BPP signal did not cycle high and low. P1725 Insufficient engine speed increase during self-test System voltage out of self-test range. Repeat the self-test. P1726 Insufficient engine speed decrease during self-test System voltage out of self-test range. Repeat the self-test.

Is there check engine light on Ford PowerStroke?

I’m looking around the Internet for some simple answer, and will continue, but I’m putting the question in here ’cause it MAY be a problem…..

Why does my diesel truck have a check engine light?

One of the most common reasons for seeing the check engine light on a diesel truck is the aftertreatment system. Diesel trucks have nitrogen oxide (NOx) sensors that measure what your car is putting out into the environment.

What are the symptoms of Ford 6.0 power stroke FICM?

Calibration concerns, powertrain component faults and FICM malfunctions may produce similar drivability concerns. NOTE: The most common symptoms of a failed FICM are: NO START or CONSTANT MISFIRE AT ALL ENGINE TEMPERATURES. Symptoms other than these are not likely to be caused by the Ford 6.0 FICM module.

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