Visual Inspection: Notes

This inspection will identify modifications or additions to the vehicle operating system that may affect diagnosis. Inspect the vehicle for non-Ford factory add-on devices such as:

• Electronic add-on items:
  • air conditioning
  • generator (alternators)
  • engine turbo
  • cellular telephone
  • cruise control
  • CB radio
  • linear amplifiers
  • backup alarm signal
  • computer
• Vehicle modification:
  • These items, if not installed correctly, will affect the powertrain control module (PCM), or transmission function. Pay particular attention to add-on wiring splices in the PCM harness or transmission wiring harness, abnormal tire size or axle ratio changes.
• Leaks, refer to Leakage Inspection .
• Correct linkage adjustments. Refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION EXTERNAL CONTROLS article.