Ford Fault Codes List: Troubleshooting Common Issues

Introduction

When it comes to diagnosing and troubleshooting issues in Ford vehicles, fault codes play a crucial role. Ford utilizes a comprehensive fault code system that helps identify specific problems within different systems of the vehicle. In this article, we will explore the world of Ford fault codes list, providing you with a list of common codes and their meanings to assist you in understanding and addressing potential issues.

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OBD2 Ford Fault Codes List

Ford Codes
Trouble Code	Fault Location	Probable Cause
P0113	Intake Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input	MAF sensor, Wiring
P0171	Fuel trim (FT) system too lean, bank 1	Intake/exhaust leak, AIR system, MAFNAF sensor, fuel pressure/pump, injector(s), HO2S
P0174	Fuel Injection System Too Lean Bank 2	Vacuum leaks, PCV valve
P0191	Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Range/Performance	Wiring
P0193	Fuel rail pressure (FRP) sensor -high input
P0300	Random Cylinder Misfire (Cylinder Not Specified)	Spark plug(s), HT lead(s), injector(s), ignition coil(s), low compression, wiring
P0301	Cylinder #1 Misfire	Engine mechanical fault, wiring, ignition/fuel system, injector, ECT/MAF sensor, ECM
P0304	Cylinder 4 -misfire detected
P0316	Misfire detected during start -up -first 1000 revolutions	Crankshaft position sensor, PCM, Water in spark plugs
P0320	Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction	Wiring issues, Damaged reluctor ring, Missing Wiring Shields
P0340	Camshaft Position Sensor “A” Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, CMP sensor, ECM
P0401	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected
P0420	Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1	Catalytic converter, wiring, HO2S 2
P0455	Evaporative emission (EVAP) system -large leak detected	Hose connection(s), intake leak, EVAP canister, EVAP canister purge valve
P0457	EVAP Control System Leak Detected Fuel Filler Cap Loose/Off
P1000 – P1099 (Fuel and air metering and auxiliary emission control)
P1000	On Board Diagnostic System Readiness Test Not Complete	–
P1001	Key On/Engine Running Not Able To Complete	–
P1039	Vehicle Speed Signal Missing or Improper
P1051	Brake Switch Signal Missing or Improper
P1100 – P1199 (Fuel and air metering)
P1100	Mass Air Flow Sensor Intermittent	Wiring, MAF sensor
P1101	Mass Air Flow Sensor Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, battery, MAF sensor, ECM
P1102	Mass Air Flow Sensor In Range But Lower Than Expected	Wiring, MAF sensor, ECM
P1105	Dual alternator upper -malfunction	Wiring, alternator, ECM
P1106	Dual alternator lower -malfunction	Wiring, alternator, ECM
P1107	Dual Alternator Lower Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, alternator, ECM
P1108	Dual Alternator Battery Lamp Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, alternator (upper), alternator (lower), ECM
P1109	IAT Sensor 2 Intermittent Condition
P1111	CAT System Fault
P1112	Intake Air Temperature Sensor Intermittent Condition	Wiring, IAT sensor, ECM
P1114	Intake Air Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit Low	Wiring short circuit to ground, IAT sensor, ECM
P1115	Intake Air Temperature Sensor 2 Circuit High	Wiring, IAT sensor, ECM
P1116	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor is Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, cooling system fault, ECT sensor, CHTsensor, ECM
P1117	Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Intermittent	Wiring, cooling system fault, ECT sensor, CHT sensor, ECM
P1118	Manifold Absolute Temperature Circuit Low Input	Wiring, IAT sensor, ECM
P1119	Manifold Absolute Temperature Circuit High Input	Wiring, IAT sensor, ECM
P1120	Throttle Position Sensor Out of Range	Wiring, TP sensor
P1121	Throttle Position Sensor Inconsistent with Mass Air Flow Sensor	Wiring, MAF sensor, TP sensor, air leak
P1122	Throttle Position Sensor Circuit Intermittent Low Voltage
P1123	Throttle Position Sensor Circuit Intermittent High Voltage
P1124	Throttle Position Sensor Out of Self-Test Range	Mechanical fault, TP sensor, ECM
P1125	Throttle Position Sensor Intermittent	Wiring, TP sensor
P1127	Exhaust Not Warm Enough Downstream O2 Sensor Not Tested	Engine not running long enough prior to self-test
P1128	Front O2 Sensor Connectors Swapped	Wiring, connectors swapped
P1129	Downstream Oxygen Sensors Swapped from Bank to Bank	Wiring, connectors swapped
P1130	Lack of Upstream Heated Oxygen Sensor Switch Adaptive Fuel Limit Bank 1	Wiring, intake/fuel system, H02S, EGR system, oil level, camshaft timing, cylinder compression, ECM
P1131	Lack of Upstream Heated Oxygen Sensor Switch Sensor Indicates Lean Bank 1	Wiring, intake/fuel system, H02S, EGR system, oil level, camshaft timing, cylinder compression, ECM
P1132	Lack of Upstream Heated Oxygen Sensor Switch Sensor Indicates Rich Bank 1	Wiring, intake/fuel system, H02S, EGR system, oil level, camshaft timing, cylinder compression, ECM
P1133	Bank 1 Fuel Control Shifted Lean
P1135	Pedal Position Sensor ‘A’ Circuit Intermittent
P1136	Crankshaft Position Sensor And Or Camshaft Position Sensor Input Signal to PCM Concerns
P1137	Lack Of O2 Switches Bank 1 Sensor 2 Lean	Wiring, exhaust system leaking, H02S
P1138	Lack Of HO2S Switches Bank 1 Sensor 2 Rich	Wiring, exhaust system leaking, H02S
P1139	Water In Fuel Indicator Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, bulb open circuit, instrument panel, ECM
P1140	Water In Fuel Condition	Wiring, fuel filter, fuel/water separator sensor,ECM
P1141	Fuel Restriction Indicator Circuit Malfunction
P1142	Fuel Restriction Condition
P1145	Calculated Torque Error
P1148	Alternator 2 -circuit malfunction	Wiring, alternator, ECM
P1149	Alternator 2 -high input	Wiring, alternator, ECM
P1150	Lack of Upstream Heated Oxygen Sensor Switch Adaptive Fuel Limit Bank 2	Wiring, intake/fuel system, H02S, EGR system, oil level, camshaft timing, cylinder compression, ECM
P1151	Lack of Upstream Heated Oxygen Sensor Switch Sensor Indicates Lean Bank 2	Wiring, intake/fuel system, H02S, EGR system, oil level, camshaft timing, cylinder compression, ECM
P1152	Lack of Upstream Heated Oxygen Sensor Switch Sensor Indicates Rich Bank 2	Wiring, intake/fuel system, H02S, EGR system, oil level, camshaft timing, cylinder compression, ECM
P1153	Bank 2 Fuel Control Shifted Lean
P1154	Bank 2 Fuel Control Shifted Rich
P1155	Alternative Fuel Controller
P1156	Fuel Selector Switch Circuit	Wiring, fuel injector control module, ECM
P1157	Lack of O2 Switches Bank 2 Sensor 2 Indicates Lean	Wiring, exhaust system leaking, H02S
P1158	Lack of O2 Switches Bank 2 Sensor 2 Indicates Lean
P115E	Engine control module (ECM) -data transmission fault	Throttle position (TP), wiring, ECM
P1168	Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Condition Low Pressure	Wiring, fuel level, low fuel pressure, fuel rail pressure sensor
P1169	Fuel Rail Sensor In-Range High Failure	Wiring, high fuel pressure, fuel rail pressure sensor
P1170	Engine Shut Off Solenoid Fault
P1171	Rotor Sensor Fault
P1172	Rotor Control Fault
P1173	Rotor Calibration Fault
P1174	Cam Sensor Fault
P1175	Cam Control Fault
P1176	Cam Calibration Fault
P1177	Synchronization Fault
P117A	Engine control module (ECM) -engine oil temperature	Engine overheated, wiring, ECM
P1180	Fuel Delivery System Malfunction Low
P1181	Fuel Delivery System Malfunction High
P1183	Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Circuit Malfunction
P1184	Engine Oil Temperature Out Of Self Test Range	Wiring, EOT sensor, ECM
P1185	FTS High Fuel Pump Temperature Sensor High
P1186	Fuel Pump Temperature Sensor Low
P1187	Variant Selection
P1188	Calibration Memory Fault
P1189	Pump Speed Signal Fault
P1190	Calibration Resistor Out Of Range
P1191	Key Line Voltage
P1192	Voltage External
P1193	EGR Drive Overcurrent
P1194	Engine Control Unit A/D Converter
P1195	SCP HBCC Failed To Initialize
P1196	Key Off Voltage High
P1197	Key Off Voltage Low
P1198	Pump Rotor Control Underfueling
P1200 – P1299 (Fuel and air metering – injector circuit)
P1209	Injector Control Pressure System Fault	Oil quality, oil level, oil pressure too high/low, low fuel pressure, fuel pressure regulator control solenoid
P1210	Injector Control Pressure Above Expected Level	Wiring, fuel pressure sensor, ECM
P1211	Injector Control Pressure Sensor Above / Below Desired	Oil quality, oil level, oil pressure too highllow, low fuel pressure, fuel pressure regulator control solenoid
P1212	Injector Control Pressure Not Detected During Crank	Oil quality, oil level, oil pressure too highllow, low fuel pressure, fuel pressure sensor, fuel pressure regulator
P1213	Start Injector Circuit Malfunction
P1214	Pedal Position Sensor ‘B’ Circuit Intermittent
P1215	Pedal Position Sensor ‘C’ Circuit Low Input
P1216	Pedal Position Sensor ‘C’ Circuit High Input
P1217	Pedal Position Sensor ‘C’ Circuit Intermittent
P1218	CID High	Injector control module, ECM
P1219	CID Stuck Low	Injector control module, ECM
P1220	Series Throttle Control Fault Detected
P1221	Traction Control System Malfunction
P1222	Traction Control Output Circuit Malfunction
P1223	Pedal Demand Sensor B Circuit High Input
P1224	Throttle Position Sensor ‘B’ Out of Self-Test Range
P1227	Wastegate Failed Closed Over Pressure	EGR valve, MAF sensor, SC wastegate actuator, SC
P1228	Wastegate Failed Open Under Pressure	EGR valve, MAF sensor, SC wastegate actuator,SC
P1229	Supercharger Intercooler Pump Not Operating Condition	Wiring, SC intercooler pump, SC intercooler pump relay, ECM
P1230	Low Speed Fuel Pump Fault Condition
P1231	High Speed Fuel Pump Relay Activated
P1232	Low Speed Fuel Pump Primary Circuit Failure	Wiring, low speed fuel pump relay, ECM
P1233	Fuel Pump Driver Module Disabled Or Off Line	Wiring, IFS switch, fuel pump, fuel pump control module, ECM
P1234	Fuel Pump Driver Module Disabled Or Off Line	Wiring, IFS switch, fuel pump, fuel pump control module, ECM
P1235	Fuel Pump Control Out of Range	Wiring, fuel pump, fuel pump control module, ECM
P1236	Fuel Pump Control Out of Range	Wiring, fuel pump, fuel pump control module, ECM
P1237	Fuel Pump Secondary Circuit Fault	Wiring, fuel pump, fuel pump relay, fuel pump control module
P1238	Fuel Pump Secondary Circuit Fault	Wiring, fuel pump, fuel pump relay, fuel pump control module
P1239	Speed Fuel Pump Positive Feed Fault
P1243	Second Fuel Pump Faulty or Ground Fault
P1244	Alternator Load Input Failed High	Wiring, alternator, ECM
P1245	Alternator Load Input Failed Low	Wiring, drive belt, alternator, ECM
P1246	Alternator Load Input Failed	Wiring, alternator, drive belt, ECM
P1247	Turbo Boost Pressure Low	Wiring, hoses, MAP sensor, ECM
P1248	Turbo Boost Pressure Not Detected	Wiring, hoses, MAP sensor, ECM
P1249	Wastegate Control Valve Performance	Wiring, hoses, TC wastegate regulating valve, TC wastegate actuator, ECM
P1250	Lack Of Power To Fuel Pressure Regulator Control Solenoid
P1252	Fuel Pressure Control Solenoid Valve 2 Malfunction
P1253	Pedal Correlation PDS1 and LPDS Low
P1254	Pedal Correlation PDS2 and LPDS High
P1255	Pedal Correlation PDS2 and LPDS Low
P1256	Pedal Correlation PDS1 and HPDS
P1257	Pedal Correlation PDS2 and HPDS
P1258	Pedal Correlation PDS1 and PDS2
P1260	Theft Detected – Vehicle Immobilized
P1261	Cylinder #1 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1262	Cylinder #2 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1263	Cylinder #3 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1264	Cylinder #4 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1265	Cylinder #5 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1266	Cylinder #6 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1267	Cylinder #7 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1268	Cylinder #8 High To Low Side Short	Wiring short circuit
P1270	Engine RPM Or Speed Limiter Reached	Engine over revved in neutral, wheel slippage
P1271	Cylinder #1 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1272	Cylinder #2 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1273	Cylinder #3 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1274	Cylinder #4 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1275	Cylinder #5 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1276	Cylinder #6 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1277	Cylinder #7 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1278	Cylinder #8 High To Low Side Open	Wiring open circuit
P1280	Injection Control Pressure Out Of Range Low
P1281	Injection Control Pressure Out Of Range High
P1282	Excessive Injection Control Pressure	Wiring, fuel pressure regulator control solenoid
P1283	Fuel pressure regulator control solenoid -circuit malfunction	Wiring open circuit/short circuit to positive
P1284	Self-test not complete -fuel pressure sensor failure	Wiring, fuel pressure sensor, ECM
P1285	Cylinder Head Over Temperature Condition	Wiring, cooling system fault, CHT sensor
P1286	Fuel Pulse In Range But Lower Than Expected
P1287	Fuel Pulse In Range But Higher Than Expected
P1288	Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, cooling system fault, CHT sensor
P1289	Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Signal Greater Than Self-Test Range	Wiring, cooling system fault, CHT sensor
P128A	Engine control module (ECM)/cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor -high input	Wiring, CHT sensor, ECM
P1290	Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Signal Less Than Self-Test Range	Wiring, cooling system fault, CHT sensor
P1291	Injector High Side Short To GND Or VBATT Bank 1	High side short circuit to ground/positive, injector(s), injector control module
P1292	Injector High Side Short To GND Or VBATT – Bank 2	High side short circuit to ground/positive, injector(s), injector control module
P1293	High Side Open Bank No. 1	High side open circuit, injector(s), injector control module
P1294	High Side Open Bank No. 2	High side open circuit, injector(s), injector control module
P1295	Multi-Faults Bank 1 With Low Side Shorts	Wiring short circuit to ground, injector control module
P1296	Multi-Faults Bank 2 With Low Side Shorts	Wiring short circuit to ground, injector control module
P1297	Injector High Sides Shorted Together	Wiring short circuit, injector control module
P1298	Injector control module -internal fault	Injector control module
P1299	Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Detected Engine Overheating Condition	Wiring, cooling system fault, CHT sensor
P1300 – P1399 (Ignition system or misfire)
P1300	Boost Pressure Malfunction
P1301	Boost Pressure Pressure High
P1302	Boost Pressure Pressure Low
P1303	EGR Calibration Fault
P1304	EGR Calibration High
P1305	EGR Calibration Low
P1306	Kickdown Relay Pull In Circuit Fault
P1307	Kickdown Relay Hold Circuit Fault
P1308	A/C Clutch Circuit Fault
P1309	Misfire Detection Monitor Not enabled	CMP sensor, CKP sensor, ECT sensor, MAF sensor, ECM
P1316	Ignition Driver Monitor Codes Detected	Wiring, injector control module, ECM
P1317	Ignition Driver Monitor Codes Not Updated
P1330	Injector Control Pressure
P1331	Turbocharger / Supercharger Boost Pressure Control Open Circuit
P1332	Turbocharger / Supercharger Boost Pressure Control Circuit Low
P1334	Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)/throttle position sensor -range/performance problem	Wiring, EGRlthrottle position sensor, ECM
P1335	EGR Position Sensor Minimum Stop Performance	Hose leak/blockage, wiring, EGR valve position sensor, ECM
P1336	Crankshaft Position Or Camshaft Position Sensor Input Signal Error	Wiring, CMP sensor, CKP sensor, ECM
P1340	Camshaft Position Sensor ‘B’ Circuit Malfunction
P1349	Fuel Level Sensor ‘B’ Circuit High Input
P1351	Ignition Diagnostic Monitor Circuit Input Fault
P1352	Ignition Coil ‘A’ Primary Circuit
P1353	Ignition Coil ‘B’ Primary Circuit
P1354	Ignition Coil ‘C’ Primary Circuit
P1355	Ignition Coil ‘D’ Primary Circuit
P1356	Loss Of Ignition Diagnostic Module Input To PCM
P1357	Ignition Diagnostic Monitor Pulsewidth Not Defined
P1358	Ignition Diagnostic Monitor Signal Out of Self-Test Range
P1359	Spark Output Circuit Fault
P1360	Ignition Coil ‘A’ Secondary Circuit Malfunction
P1361	Ignition Coil ‘B’ Secondary Circuit Malfunction
P1362	Ignition Coil ‘C’ Secondary Circuit Malfunction
P1363	Ignition Coil ‘D’ Secondary Circuit Malfunction
P1364	Ignition Coil Primary Circuit Fault
P1365	Ignition Coil Secondary Circuit Failure
P1369	Engine Temperature Light Monitor Failure
P1378	Fuel Injection Control Module Circuit Low Voltage	Fuse, wiring, FICM relay
P1379	Fuel Injection Control Module Circuit High Voltage	Wiring, alternator, ECM
P1380	Variable Cam Timing Solenoid ‘A’ Circuit Condition	Wiring, CMP actuator, ECM
P1381	Variable Cam Timing Over Advance Bank 1	Wiring, timing belt/chain, CMP actuator, low oil pressure
P1383	Variable Cam Timing Over Retarded Bank 1	Wiring, timing belt/chain, CMP actuator
P1385	Variable Cam Timing Solenoid ‘B’ Malfunction	Wiring, CMP actuator, ECM
P1386	Variable Cam Timing Over Advance Bank 2	Wiring, timing belt/chain, CMP actuator, low oil pressure
P1388	Variable Cam Timing Over Retarded Bank 2	Wiring, timing belt/chain, CMP actuator
P1389	Glow Plug Circuit High Side Low Input
P138B	Glow Plug Control Module System Voltage	Wiring, Defective glow plug control module, Glow plug(s), PCM
P1390	Octane Adjust Out of Self-Test Range
P1391	Glow Plug Circuit Low Input Bank 1
P1392	Glow Plug Circuit High Input Bank 1
P1393	Glow Plug Circuit Low Input Bank 2
P1394	Glow Plug Circuit High Input Bank 2
P1395	Glow Plug Monitor Fault Bank 1
P1396	Glow Plug Monitor Fault Bank 2
P1397	System Voltage Out Of Self Test Range	Wiring, battery, alternator
P1399	Glow Plug Circuit High Side High Input
P1400 – P1499 (Emission control)
P1400	Differential Pressure Feedback Electronic Sensor Circuit Low Voltage	Wiring, EGR pressure sensor, ECM
P1401	DPFE Sensor Circuit High	Wiring, EGR pressure sensor, ECM
P1402	EGR Metering Orifice Restricted
P1403	Differential Pressure Feedback Electronic Sensor Hoses Reversed
P1404	EGR Valve Stuck Closed
P1405	DPF EGR Sensor Circuit High Voltage Detected	EGR hoses
P1406	DPFE Sensor Circuit Downstream Hose	EGR hoses
P1407	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Out Of Self-Test Range
P1408	EGR Flow Out Of Self-Test Range	Wiring, EGR hoses, EGR valve, EGR solenoid,ECM
P1409	EGR Vacuum Regulator Solenoid Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, EGR solenoid, ECM
P1410	EGR Barometric Pressure Sensor VREF Voltage
P1411	Secondary Air Injection Downstream Flow	AIR hoses, AIR pump, AIR solenoid
P1413	Secondary Air Injection System Monitor Circuit Low Voltage	Wiring, AIR solenoid, AIR pump, ECM
P1414	Secondary Air Injection System Monitor Circuit High Voltage	Wiring, AIR solenoid, ECM
P141A	Exhaust Gas Recirculation Sensor “A” Circuit Intermittent/Erratic
P1420	Catalyst Temperature Sensor
P1421	Catalyst Damage
P1422	Exhaust Gas Ignition Temperature Sensor
P1431	Misfire Monitor Disabled Unable to Learn Trigger Wheel Profile
P1432	Thermostat Heater Control Circuit Failure	Wiring, engine thermostat heater, ECM
P1433	A/C Refrigerant Temperature Circuit Low
P1434	A/C Refrigerant Temperature Circuit High
P1435	A/C Refrigerant Temperature Circuit Range/Performance
P1436	A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Low	Wiring, AlC evaporator temperature sensor, ECM
P1437	A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit High	Wiring, AlC evaporator temperature sensor, ECM
P1438	A/C Evaporator Air Temperature Circuit Range/Performance
P1442	EVAP System Small Leak Detected
P1443	EVAP Control System Purge Control Solenoid or Purge Control Valve Fault	Wiring, EVAP system hoses, EVAP canister,EVAP canister purge valve
P1444	Purge Flow Sensor Circuit Input Low
P1445	Purge Flow Sensor Circuit High Condition
P1449	EVAP System Unable To Hold Vacuum
P1450	Unable to Bleed Up Bleed Fuel Tank Vacuum	Wiring, EVAP system hoses, EVAP canister purge valve, fuel filler cap blocked
P1451	EVAP Control System Canister Vent Solenoid Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, EVAP canister purge valve, ECM
P1452	Unable To Bleed Up Fuel Tank Vacuum
P1455	Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor 1 Range/Performance
P1457	Unable To Pull Vacuum In Tank
P145E	Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) heatercircuit malfunction	Wiring, PCV valve
P1460	Wide Open Throttle Air Conditioning Cutoff Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, WOT relay, ECM
P1461	Air Conditioning Pressure Sensor Circuit High	Wiring, AlC refrigerant pressure sensor, ECM
P1462	Air Conditioning Pressure Sensor Circuit Low	Wiring, AlC refrigerant pressure sensor, ECM
P1463	Air Conditioning Pressure Sensor Insufficient Pressure Change	Wiring, AlC system -mechanical fault, AlC refrigerant pressure sensor, AlC compressor clutch
P1464	Air Conditioning Demand Out Of Self Test Range	Wiring, AlC ON -during self-test, WOT relay (AlC cut-out), ECM
P1465	Air Conditioning Relay Circuit Malfunction
P1466	A/C Refrigerant Temperature Sensor/Circuit Malfunction
P1469	Low Air Conditioning Cycling Period	Wiring, AlC system -mechanical fault
P1473	Fan Secondary High With Fans Off
P1474	Low Fan Control Primary Circuit	Wiring, engine coolant blower motor relay, ECM
P1477	Medium Cooling Fan Control Primary Circuit Failure	Wiring, engine coolant blower motor relay, ECM
P1479	High Fan Control Primary Circuit	Wiring, engine coolant blower motor relay, ECM
P1480	Fan Secondary Low With Low Fans On
P1481	Fan Secondary Low Eith High Fans On
P1482	SCP
P1483	Power to Cooling Fan Exceeded Normal Draw
P1484	Open Power Ground To Variable Load Control Module
P1485	Engine Gas Recirculation Valve Circuit Malfunction
P1487	EGR Check Solenoid Circuit Failure
P1489	PCV Heater Control Circuit Fault	Wiring, crankcase breather heater
P1500 – P1599 (Vehicle or idle speed control)
P1500	Vehicle Speed Sensor	Wiring, VSS, ECM
P1501	Vehicle Speed Sensor Out Of Self Test Range	Electro-magnetic interference
P1502	Vehicle Speed Sensor Intermittent	Wiring, VSS/ABS wheel speed sensors
P1504	Intake Air Control Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, lAC valve, ECM
P1505	Idle Air Control System at Adaptive Clip
P1506	Idle Air Control Overspeed Error	Wiring, lAC valve, vacuum leaks, ECM
P1507	Idle Air Control Under Speed Error	Wiring, lAC valve, hose blocked, ECM
P1512	Intake Manifold Runner Control Input Error Bank 1	Wiring, mechanical fault, ECM
P1513	Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Closed Bank 2	Wiring, mechanical fault, ECM
P1516	Intake Manifold Runner Control Input Error Bank 1	Wiring, mechanical fault
P1517	Intake Manifold Runner Control Input Error Bank 2	Wiring, mechanical fault
P1518	Intake Manifold Runner Control Fault Stuck Open	Wiring, IMRC actuator, ECM
P1519	Intake Manifold Runner Control Fault Stuck Closed	Wiring, IMRC actuator, ECM
P151A	Intake manifold runner control (IMRC) module -malfunction	Wiring, IMRC actuator, ECM
P1520	Intake Manifold Runner Control Circuit Fault	Wiring, mechanical fault, vacuum hoses, IMRC actuator, ECM
P1530	Open or Short to A/C Compressor Clutch Circuit
P1531	Invalid Test Accelerator Pedal Movement
P1532	Intake Manifold Communication Control Circuit Bank 2
P1533	AAI Circuit Malfunction
P1534	Inertia Switch Activated
P1536	Parking Brake Switch Circuit Failure	Wiring short circuit to ground/positive, wiring open circuit, low brake fluid
P1537	Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open Bank 1	Wiring, hoses blocked, mechanical fault, ECM
P1538	Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open Bank 2	Wiring, hoses blocked, mechanical fault, ECM
P1539	Power to A/C Compressor Clutch Circuit Exceeded Normal Current Draw
P1548	Engine Air Filter Restriction
P1549	Intake Manifold Communication Control Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, intake manifold air control solenoid, ECM
P1550	Power Steering Pressure Sensor Malfunction	Wiring, PSP sensor, ECM
P1561	Brake Line Pressure Sensor Circuit
P1565	Speed Control Command Switch Out of Range High	Wiring, CPP switch, BPP switch, cruise control module, cruise control master switch, VSS
P1566	Speed Control Command Switch Out of Range Low	Wiring, CPP switch, BPP switch, cruise control module, cruise control master switch, VSS
P1567	Speed Control Output Circuit Continuity	Wiring, CPP switch, BPP switch, cruise control module, cruise control master switch, VSS
P1568	Speed Control Unable To Hold Speed	Wiring, CPP switch, BPP switch, cruise control module, cruise control master switch, VSS
P1572	Brake Pedal Switch Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, BPP switch, brake fluid pressure (BFP) switch, ECM
P1573	Throttle Position Not Available
P1574	Stop Lamp Switch Circuit
P1575	Pedal Position Out of Self Test Range
P1576	Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Signal Malfunction
P1577	Pedal Position Sensor Disagreement
P1578	ETC Power Less Than Demand
P1579	Electronic Throttle Control In Power Limiting Mode
P1580	Electronic Throttle Monitor PCM Override
P1581	Electronic Throttle Monitor Malfunction
P1582	Electronic Throttle Monitor Data Available	Airbag deployment
P1583	Electronic Throttle Monitor Cruise Disable
P1584	Throttle Control Unit Input Circuit Malfunction
P1585	Throttle Control Unit Malfunction
P1586	Throttle Control Unit Throttle Position Malfunction
P1587	Throttle Control Unit Modulated Command Malfunction
P1588	Throttle Control Unit Detected Loss of Return Spring
P1589	Throttle Control Unit Unable To Control Desired Throttle Angle
P1600 – P1699 (ECM – computer output circuit)
P1600	Loss of KAM Power Open Circuit
P1605	PCM Keep Alive Memory Test Error Conditions	Wiring, battery terminal corrosion, loose battery connection, ECM
P1608	Watchdog Malfunction
P1610	Engine control module (ECM)	Incorrect programming
P1611	Engine control module (ECM)	Incorrect programming
P1615	Engine control module (ECM)	Incorrect programming
P1616	Engine control module (ECM)	Incorrect programming
P1617	Engine control module (ECM)	Incorrect programming
P1618	Engine control module (ECM)	Incorrect programming
P1625	Voltage to Vehicle Load Control Module Fan Circuit Not detected
P1626	Voltage to Vehicle Load Control Module Circuit Not detected
P1633	Keep Alive Power Voltage Too Low	Wiring, ECM
P1634	Data Output Link Circuit Failure
P1635	Tire / Axle Ratio Out of Acceptable Range	Incorrect tire size, incorrect axle ratio, incorrect vehicle 10 configuration
P1636	Inductive Signature Chip Communication Error	ECM
P1639	Vehicle ID Block Corrupted or Not Programmed	Incorrect vehicle 10 configuration, ECM
P1640	Powertrain DTCs Available in Another Module	P-codes stored in another control module
P1641	Fuel Pump Driver Module Fault Conditions	Wiring, fuel pump relay, fuel pump, ECM
P1642	Fuel Pump Monitor Circuit High Input
P1643	Fuel Pump Monitor Circuit Low Input
P1644	Fuel Pump Speed Control Circuit Malfunction
P1646	Linear O2 Sensor Control Chip Bank 1	Non OEM accessories, ECM programming, ECM
P1647	Linear O2 Sensor Control Chip Bank 2	Non OEM accessories, ECM programming, ECM
P1650	Power Steering Pressure Switch Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, PSP switch, steering wheel turned during self-test, ECM
P1651	Power Steering Pressure Switch Input Malfunction	Wiring, vehicle towed with engine running, PSP switch, OTC not erased, ECM
P1656	CAN Link PCM Circuit Network
P1657	Skip Shift 1 To 4 Upshift System Control Circuit
P1660	Output Circuit Check Signal High
P1661	Output Circuit Check Signal Low
P1662	Injector control module relay -circuit malfunction	Wiring, fuses, injector control module relay
P1663	Fuel Demand Command Signal Circuit Malfunction	Wiring open circuit/short circuit to ground, injector control module, ECM
P1664	Injection Pump Control Module Faulty
P1667	Cylinder identification -circuit malfunction	Wiring open circuit/short circuit to ground, injector control module relay, injector control module,ECM
P1668	Engine control module (ECM)/injector control module -communication error	Wiring open circuit/short circuit to ground, injector control module relay, injector control module,ECM
P1670	Electronic Feedback Signal Not Detected	Wiring open circuit/short circuit to ground, injector control module relay, injector control module, ECM
P1674	Control Module Software Corrupted	Wiring, software incompatibility, ECM
P1690	Wastegate Solenoid Circuit Malfunction	Wiring open circuit/short circuit to ground, turbocharger (TC) wastegate control solenoid,ECM
P1700 – P1799 (Transmission)
P1700	Transmission System Problems
P1701	Reverse Engagement Error Conditions
P1702	Transmission range (TR) sensor -circuit intermittent	Incorrect adjustment, wiring, TR sensor
P1703	Brake On/Off Switch Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, brake pedal depressed during self-test, rear electronic module/lights control module, BPP switch, ECM
P1704	Transmission System Conditions	Incorrect adjustment, wiring, TR sensor
P1705	Manual Lever Position Sensor Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, TR sensor
P1706	High Vehicle Speed Observed in Park
P1707	Transfer Case Neutral Indicator Hard Fault Present
P1709	Park or Neutral Position Switch Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, PNP switch/CPP switch, ECM
P1710	No Change In Transmission Fluid Temperature Signal
P1711	Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Out of Self-Test Range	Transmission not at normal operating temperature -repeat test
P1712	Trans Torque Reduction Request Signal Malfunction
P1713	Transmission System Conditions	Wiring, TFT sensor
P1714	Shift Solenoid ‘A’ Fault	Wiring, SS, ECM/TCM
P1715	Shift Solenoid ‘B’ Fault	Wiring, SS, ECM/TCM
P1716	Transmission System Conditions
P1717	Transmission System Conditions
P1718	Transmission System Conditions	Wiring, TFT sensor
P1719	Steering Sensor High Input
P1720	Vehicle Speed Meter Circuit Malfunction
P1721	Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio
P1722	Gear 2 Incorrect Ratio
P1723	Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio
P1724	Gear 4 Incorrect Ratio
P1725	Insufficient Engine Speed Increase During Self Test	Repeat test
P1726	Insufficient Engine Speed Decrease During Self Test	Repeat test
P1727	Transmission Slip Fault Conditions
P1728	Transmission Slip Error	TCC
P1729	4×4 Low Switch Error	Wiring, four wheel drive shift control module, ECM
P1731	1-2 Shift Malfunction
P1732	Engine Overspeed Malfunction
P1733	Gearshift Load Control Malfunction
P1740	Transmission System Conditions	Wiring, TCC solenoid, ECM/TCM
P1741	Torque Converter Clutch Control Error
P1742	Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Failed On Conditions
P1743	Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Failed On Conditions
P1744	Torque Converter Clutch System Stuck in Off Position	Wiring, TCC, TCM
P1745	Line Pressure Too High For Too Long
P1746	Electronic Pressure Control Solenoid Low Conditions	Wiring, TFP solenoid, TCM, ECM
P1747	Electronic Pressure Control Solenoid ‘A’ Short Circuit	Wiring, TFP solenoid, ECM
P1748	Electronic Pressure Control Malfunction
P1749	Electronic Pressure Control Solenoid Failed Low Conditions
P1751	Shift Solenoid 1 Performance Conditions
P1754	Coast Clutch Solenoid Circuit Malfunction	Wiring, coast clutch solenoid
P1756	Shift Solenoid 2 Performance Conditions
P1760	Transmission System Fault Conditions	Wiring, TFP solenoid, TCM
P1761	Shift Solenoid 3 Performance Conditions
P1762	Overdrive Band Failed Off
P1766	Shift Solenoid ‘D’ Performance
P1767	Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Circuit Malfunction
P1768	Performance / Normal / Winter Mode Input Malfunction
P1770	Overrun Clutch Solenoid Valve Malfunction
P1771	Throttle Position Sensor Open Circuit
P1772	Throttle Position Sensor Short Circuit
P1779	Transmission Control Indicator Lamp Circuit Malfunction
P1780	Transmission Control Switch Circuit is Out of Self-Test Range	Wiring, transmission control switch, ECM
P1781	4×4 Low Switch Out of Self-Test Range Conditions	Wiring, four wheel drive shift control module, 4x4L switch, ECM
P1782	P/ES Circuit Out Of Self Test Range
P1783	Transmission Over-Temperature Condition	Wiring, TFT sensor, TCM, ECM
P1784	Transmission System First or Reverse Gear Fault Conditions
P1785	Transmission System First or Second Gear Fault Conditions
P1786	Transmission System Second or Third Gear Fault
P1787	Transmission System Third or Fourth Gear Fault
P1788	3-2 Timing/Coast Clutch Solenoid Circuit Open Conditions
P1789	3-2 Timing/Coast Clutch Solenoid Circuit Shorted Conditions
P1793	Ignition Supply Malfunction
P1795	Idle Switch Circuit Malfunction
P1797	Park/Neutral Position Switch Signal Malfunction
P1800 – P1899 (Transmission)
P1804	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive High Indicator Circuit Failure
P1806	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive High Indicator Short Circuit To Battery
P1807	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive High Indicator Short Circuit To Ground
P1808	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Low Indicator Circuit Failure
P1809	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Low Indicator Open Circuit
P1810	Transmission Fluid Pressure Valve Position Switch Circuit
P1812	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Mode Select Circuit Failure
P1815	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Mode Select Short Circuit To Ground
P1819	Transmission Neutral Safety Switch Short Circuit To Ground
P1820	Transmission Transfer Case Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Circuit Failure
P1822	Transmission Transfer Case Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Short Circuit To Battery
P1824	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Clutch Relay Circuit Failure
P1826	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Low Clutch Relay Circuit To Battery
P1827	Transmission 4-Wheel Drive Low Clutch Relay Circuit To Ground
P1828	Transmission Transfer Case Counter Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Circuit Failure
P1829	Transmission Transfer Case Counter Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Open Circuit
P1830	Transmission Transfer Case Counter Clockwise Shift Relay Coil Short Circuit To Battery
P1832	Transmission Transfer Case Differential Lock-Up Solenoid Circuit Failure
P1834	Transmission Transfer Case Differential Lock-Up Solenoid Short Circuit To Battery
P1838	Transmission Transfer Case Shift Motor Circuit Failure
P1839	Transmission Transfer Case Shift Motor Open Circuit
P1840	Transmission Transfer Case Shift Motor Short Circuit To Battery
P1846	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘A’ Circuit Failure
P1848	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘A’ Short Circuit To Battery
P1849	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘A’ Short Circuit To Ground
P1850	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘B’ Circuit Failure
P1854	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘C’ Circuit Failure
P1855	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘C’ Open Circuit
P1856	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘C’ Short Circuit To Battery
P1857	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘C’ Short Circuit To Ground
P1858	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘D’ Circuit Failure
P1859	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘D’ Open Circuit
P1861	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate ‘D’ Short Circuit To Ground
P1862	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate Power Circuit Failure
P1863	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate Power Open Circuit
P1865	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate Power Short To Ground
P1866	Transmission Transfer Case System Concern Servicing Required
P1867	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate General Circuit Failure
P1869	Lamp Air Bag Warning Indicator Circuit Open or Short to Ground
P1876	Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid Circuit Failure
P1877	Transmission Transfer Case 2-Wheel Drive Solenoid Circuit Short To Battery
P1878	Transmission Transfer Case Disengaged Solenoid Circuit Failure
P1881	Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Failure
P1882	Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Short to Ground
P1883	Engine Coolant Level Switch Circuit Failure
P1884	Engine Coolant Level Lamp Circuit Short to Ground
P1889	Drive Train Axles Bearings Problem
P1891	Transmission Transfer Case Contact Plate Ground Return Open Circuit
P1900 – P1999 (Transmission)
P1900	Output Shaft Speed Circuit Intermittent Malfunction	Wiring, poor connection, OSS sensor, ECMITCM
P1901	Turbine Shaft Speed Sensor Circuit Intermittent	Wiring, poor connection, TSS sensor, ECMITCM
P1902	Kickdown Solenoid Relay Control Circuit
P1903	Kickdown Solenoid Circuit Low Voltage
P1904	Kickdown Solenoid Circuit High Voltage
P1908	Transmission Pressure Circuit Solenoid Open or Short to Ground
P1909	Transmission Temperature Sensor Circuit Open or Shorted to Power Or Ground
P1910	Reversing lamps -circuit malfunction	Wiring, reverse gear position switch, ECM
P1919	Engine Coolant Temperature Signal
P1922	Fuel Additive Level Circuit Malfunction
P1924	Fuel Additive Level Circuit Low
P1925	Fuel Additive Level Circuit High
P1926	Fuel Additive Level Circuit Range/Performance
P1927	Fuel Additive Level Too Low/Empty
P1928	Fuel Additive Level Pump Control Circuit/Open
P1929	Fuel Additive Level Pump Control Circuit Performance
P1930	Fuel Additive Level Too Low/Empty
P1931	Fuel Additive Pump Control Circuit/Open
P1932	Fuel Additive Pump Control Circuit Performance
P1933	Fuel Additive Pump Control Circuit Low
P1934	Fuel Additive Pump Control Circuit High
P1935	Fuel Additive Level Low
P1936	Fuel Level Signal
P1937	Vehicle Speed Signal
P1938	Brake Switch/Sensor Signal
P1939	Clutch Switch/Sensor Signal
U2000 – U3000 (Manufacturer defined, common definition listed)
U2023	Fault received from external node	CAN bus system failure

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Understanding Fault Codes

Fault codes, also known as Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), are alphanumeric codes that indicate specific issues or malfunctions detected by a vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system. These codes act as valuable starting points for diagnosing and resolving problems efficiently. Ford’s fault code system categorizes codes based on different vehicle systems, including the engine, transmission, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), airbags, and more.

Common Ford Fault Codes

P0300 – Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected

The P0300 fault code indicates the presence of random or multiple cylinder misfires. This code often points to issues with ignition system components, fuel delivery problems, or vacuum leaks. Diagnosing and resolving the underlying cause of the misfires is crucial to restore the vehicle’s performance and fuel efficiency.

B1239 – Air Flow Blend Door Driver Circuit Failure

When the B1239 fault code is triggered, it signifies a failure in the air flow blend door driver circuit. This code is commonly associated with issues in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system. Possible causes include a faulty blend door actuator, wiring problems, or a malfunctioning control module.

U0418 – Invalid Data Received From Brake System Control Module

The U0418 fault code indicates that the vehicle’s onboard computer has received invalid data from the Brake System Control Module. This code may result from a communication error between various modules in the vehicle’s network or a malfunctioning control module itself. Proper diagnosis and inspection of the brake system are necessary to determine the root cause and resolve the issue.

Diagnosing and Resolving Ford Fault Codes

Diagnosing and resolving Ford fault codes requires a systematic approach. Here are the general steps to follow:

1. Code Reading: Use a compatible diagnostic scanner or code reader to retrieve the fault codes stored in the vehicle’s computer system.
2. Code Interpretation: Consult the Ford fault code database or documentation to decipher the specific code and its meaning accurately.
3. Component Inspection: Perform a comprehensive inspection of the system or component associated with the fault code. This may involve visual checks, wiring inspections, sensor testing, or component replacements, as necessary.
4. Repair or Replacement: Based on the inspection results, repair or replace the faulty components or address the underlying issues causing the fault code.
5. Code Clearing: After resolving the issue, use the diagnostic scanner to clear the fault codes from the vehicle’s memory.

It is important to note that diagnosing and resolving complex Ford fault codes may require specialized knowledge and professional expertise. If you are unsure or lack the necessary skills, it is advisable to seek assistance from a qualified automotive technician.

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Conclusion

Understanding Ford fault codes empowers vehicle owners to identify potential issues and take appropriate measures for resolution. By familiarizing yourself with common fault codes and their meanings, you can communicate more effectively with automotive professionals, save time during diagnosis, and ensure the proper maintenance and repair of your Ford vehicle.

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FAQs

Can I use a generic OBD-II scanner to read Ford fault codes?

Yes, many generic OBD-II scanners can read basic fault codes in Ford vehicles. However, to access manufacturer-specific codes and advanced diagnostics, it is recommended to use a scanner specifically designed for Ford vehicles.

Are Ford fault codes the same across different models and years?

While some fault codes may be common across different Ford models and years, there can be variations due to differences in vehicle systems, components, and technologies. Always refer to the specific documentation for your vehicle model and year.

Can I clear Ford fault codes without addressing the underlying issue?

Clearing fault codes without addressing the underlying problem is not recommended. The fault codes indicate issues that require attention and resolution. Ignoring the underlying problem may lead to further complications and potential damage to the vehicle.

Do I need specialized tools to diagnose and resolve Ford fault codes?

Basic fault code reading can be done with generic OBD-II scanners. However, for in-depth diagnostics and component-specific testing, specialized tools and software designed for Ford vehicles may be required.

When should I seek professional help for Ford fault codes?

If you are uncertain about the diagnosis, lack the necessary tools and expertise, or if the issue persists despite your efforts, it is advisable to consult a certified Ford technician. They have the specialized knowledge and equipment to diagnose and resolve complex fault codes effectively.

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