Diagnose the Evaluation Engine Glowing on a 2004 Explorer Sport Trac
When your 2004 Explorer Sport Trac's check-engine burnished comes on, you obligation to diagnose the dilemma now. The check-engine lustrous can instruct a austere headache with your Sport Trac's emissions process, also as a disagreement with manifold sensors, solenoids, and valves. Whether the check-engine shine remains ignored, you could goal grave damage to your vehicle. You'll demand an onboard diagnostic (OBD) search factor to diagnose the check-engine brilliant. You can pay for one of these tools from most auto-parts stores.
Instructions
1. Set the onboard diagnostic access Harbour in the Chauffeur's side footwell. This will be a 16-pin plug coming off from the main wiring harness under the dash. The access port is located to the left of the fuse panel and is very visible if you climb into the footwell.
2. Plug the OBD scan tool into the access port and make sure that it is secure.
3. Turn the ignition on, but don't start the engine. Then, power on the scan tool.
Unplug the scan tool and shut off the ignition. Use the Ford Explorer Sport Trac's service manual to translate the trouble codes on the scan tool (or see Resources section). To access the codes, press "Menu" on your scan tool, and select the "Stored Codes" option on the menu screen.
4. Wait for the scan tool to retrieve the codes from the Sport Trac's computer. When the tool is done, the display should read "OK."5.
