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Can you check the error code on a 1986 Foxbody Mustang?

Can you check the error code on a 1986 Foxbody Mustang?

Believe it or not, it is possible to check your Foxbody Mustang’s error codes without using a fancy or specialized automotive scanner. For 1986-1988 Mustangs, all you need is a test light or analog voltmeter and a couple of small gauge jumper wires.

When did the Fox Body Mustang come out?

A Fox Body Mustang is a Mustang produced anywhere from 1979 to 1993. It doesn’t matter if it’s a coupe, convertible, or a hatch. It also doesn’t matter what engine it has either, or transmission. As long as it’s between the ages of 1979 and 1993, it’s a Fox Body. Why is it called a Fox Body? I know, it’s a really weird name to give to a car.

Where is the code scanner on a Mustang 86-93?

Plugin the code scanner to VIP/DLC connector harness in the engine bay (right-hand, driver side for 86-93) and read out any error codes, if there are any. Listed below are the possible error codes thrown by the Mustang EEC-IV computer.

What do you need to test a 1986 Ford Mustang?

For 1986-1988 Mustangs, all you need is a test light or analog voltmeter and a couple of small gauge jumper wires. On the driver side towards the back of the engine bay, you need to identify the VIP/DLC connector and jump the #2 SIGRTN (signal return) and STI (self test port) together (unfolding a big paper clip will work).

Believe it or not, it is possible to check your Foxbody Mustang’s error codes without using a fancy or specialized automotive scanner. For 1986-1988 Mustangs, all you need is a test light or analog voltmeter and a couple of small gauge jumper wires.

A Fox Body Mustang is a Mustang produced anywhere from 1979 to 1993. It doesn’t matter if it’s a coupe, convertible, or a hatch. It also doesn’t matter what engine it has either, or transmission. As long as it’s between the ages of 1979 and 1993, it’s a Fox Body. Why is it called a Fox Body? I know, it’s a really weird name to give to a car.

Plugin the code scanner to VIP/DLC connector harness in the engine bay (right-hand, driver side for 86-93) and read out any error codes, if there are any. Listed below are the possible error codes thrown by the Mustang EEC-IV computer.

How much horsepower does a 1989 Foxbody Mustang have?

1979-1993 5.0L V8 Foxbody Mustang Power Ratings Year Horsepower @ 1989 220 @ 4200 1990 220 @ 4200 1991 220 @ 4200 1992 220 @ 4200

What kind of transmission does a Ford Mustang have?

Bigger is not much use. Throughout the production run of the Foxbody Mustangs (1979-1993), Ford implemented 4 different transmissions – 3 automatics and 1 manual. Use the links below to navigate the specifications on the SROD, AOD and C4/C5 automatic transmissions as well as the Borg-Warner (now Tremec) T5.

When did the Coyote V-8 Mustang come out?

The S-197 returned retro styling to the Mustang starting in 2005, and today, the Coyote V-8 is becoming the latest part of the legend, as Mustang carries on its decades-long evolution while maintaining its original character.

Bigger is not much use. Throughout the production run of the Foxbody Mustangs (1979-1993), Ford implemented 4 different transmissions – 3 automatics and 1 manual. Use the links below to navigate the specifications on the SROD, AOD and C4/C5 automatic transmissions as well as the Borg-Warner (now Tremec) T5.

The S-197 returned retro styling to the Mustang starting in 2005, and today, the Coyote V-8 is becoming the latest part of the legend, as Mustang carries on its decades-long evolution while maintaining its original character.

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