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EEC IV - Self Test Service Code 42 Diagnostic Tip

Article No. 85-20-6

EEC IV SELF-TEST - 5.0L H.O. - SERVICE CODE 42 DIAGNOSTIC TIP

FORD 1985 MUSTANG

LINCOLN-MERCURY 1985 MARK L.S.C., CAPRI

CALIBRATIONS: 5-22L-R00, 5-22M-R00; 5-221-R00; 5-22P-R00, 5-22L-R10; 5-22M-R10; 5-22A-R00

WARNING: This modification is authorized only for the listed engines. Performing this modification on other engine calibrations is unauthorized and could create liability under applicable federal or local laws.

This article supersedes TSB Article 85-17-6 and is being republished to add Capri and Mustang requirements.

Any time a self-test service code 42 is obtained on the listed vehicles, it is necessary to verify the code before conducting pinpoint tests or making any repairs.

To verify code 42, run the engine at 2000 RPM in park for one minute. With engine running at 2000 RPM, activate Engine Running Self-Test. Do not change throttle position during test.

Disregard all service codes except 42. If code 42 is not repeated, the original code 42 may be ignored. If code 42 is repeated, refer to Section 19, Pinpoint Test HC 10, Volume H of the Car Shop Manual.
Finally, repeat the self-test and correct any other service codes that occur.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: Supersedes 85-17-6
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"