New Course: Ford Power Stroke Sensors and Monitors
February 20, 2015
This course focuses on component and sensor testing for the Ford Power Stroke diesel family, including 6.0, 6.4, and 6.7 liter engines. Computer data expert Ron Bilyeu utilizes the Ford IDS to explore and diagnose the Power Stroke family’s on-board diagnostics systems. In this course, Mr. Bilyeu addresses the PCM inputs, powertrain control software, fuel system, intake system, and catalyst and exhaust systems. This course includes hand-on testing and live case studies with the IDS, which is Ford’s factory scan tool.
The OBD system monitors faults and initiates a DTC setting and MIL activation. The fault detection strategy and MIL operation are associated with the drive cycles. Pending DTC, an OBD is stored in the PCM’s keep-alive random access memory (RAM) when a fault is detected. The MIL is turned on after two consecutive drive cycles with faults. These monitoring systems have been installed in every diesel vehicle sold since 1997 to alert drivers of emission control malfunctions. Hundreds of sensors and monitoring systems are now part of every diesel vehicle, serving as a detailed diagnostic reference. This course covers just about every monitoring system in the Ford Power Stroke diesel family, their operations, communications, and diagnostic tips and tricks.
The course includes information on the following topics:
- Emission control information
- Electronic engine control system
- Diesel PCM inputs
- Fuel system monitors
- Air intake systems
- Catalyst and exhaust systems
- Powertrain control software
- Turbo charger and charge air cooler system
- Boost pressure monitor
- Particulate filter monitor
- Glow plug monitor
- And much more!
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View CourseIn this course, instructor Ron Bilyeu covers the dynamic airflow into the complex air delivery system, the Garrett single sequential turbo (SST) system, the primary and secondary cooling systems and a plethora of selective catalyst enhancements. Ron Bilyeu will also go over the service opportunities surrounding these systems, common Trouble Shooting Bulletins and hands-on testing with the Ford IDS.
