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Where is the Check Engine light on a Ford Sport Trac?

Where is the Check Engine light on a Ford Sport Trac?

Never reset the light without first correcting the concern. Climb into the Sport Trac’s front seat and remove the dust cover from the front of the diagnostic port. The port is located just under the dashboard on the driver side. You can identify the port by looking for the black cover, which has the letters “DTC” embossed into its face.

When does the Check Engine light come on?

The check engine light comes on flashes for about 15 seconds then goes off. This is on my 2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and seems to occur when accelerating or going up a hill. The vehicle seems to hesitate, run sluggish, and sometimes it feels like going over a rumple strip.

What does DTC stand for on Ford Sport Trac?

Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) correspond to troubleshooting tests which, when performed, pinpoint the malfunction the vehicle is experiencing. Resetting the check engine light without first repairing the malfunction simply gives the Sport Trac amnesia and can lead to further damage.

How to reset the Check Engine light on a Ford Sport Trac?

With the right tool and a few minutes of time, anyone with basic automotive repair experience can reset the light. Never reset the light without first correcting the concern. Climb into the Sport Trac’s front seat and remove the dust cover from the front of the diagnostic port.

Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) correspond to troubleshooting tests which, when performed, pinpoint the malfunction the vehicle is experiencing. Resetting the check engine light without first repairing the malfunction simply gives the Sport Trac amnesia and can lead to further damage.

When do VSC off and VSC Trac Lights Come On?

“VSC Off” and “VSC TRAC” lights will often come on when an error code triggers the Check Engine light. It doesn’t necessarily mean there is an issue with those systems.

Where is the diagnostic port on a Ford Sport Trac?

Climb into the Sport Trac’s front seat and remove the dust cover from the front of the diagnostic port. The port is located just under the dashboard on the driver side. You can identify the port by looking for the black cover, which has the letters “DTC” embossed into its face. Plug the scan tool’s datalink cable into the diagnostic port.

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Ruth Doyle