Visual Inspection

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 (alternator)
+ engine turbo
+ cellular telephone
+ cruise control
+ CB radio
+ linear booster
+ backup alarm signal
+ computer
- Vehicle modification:
These items, if not installed correctly, will affect the Powertrain Control Module (PCM), or transaxle function. Pay particular attention to add-on wiring splices in the PCM harness or transaxle wiring harness, abnormal tire size, or axle ratio changes.
- leaks.
- correct linkage adjustments.