[DarkestSpade]

Can someone explain to me how a scanner works? Like would it tell me if the throttle bottle is dirty like Shaolin suggested? Or better yet how Do i clean something like that? I am a bit afraid to work on it with it being my daily driver, Building a computer is no big deal its 500 or so bucks but a car is alot more.

- I rarely do more than ordinary stuff like Brakes and Oil changes so excuse my ignorance.

[Shaolin Crane]

It will give a code sating something long the lines of air meter fault, which is either the MAF or the throttle body

[kdracer73]

Originally Posted by DarkestSpade

Can someone explain to me how a scanner works? Like would it tell me if the throttle bottle is dirty like Shaolin suggested? Or better yet how Do i clean something like that? I am a bit afraid to work on it with it being my daily driver, Building a computer is no big deal its 500 or so bucks but a car is alot more.

- I rarely do more than ordinary stuff like Brakes and Oil changes so excuse my ignorance.

A scan tool can be helpful. You won't see a check engine light if the code is pending. You could see it as a pending code though. You can also watch live data to see what the computer sees. Long term and short term Fuel trim readings can be a big help. O2 sensor and air flow readings are important to look at too.

The spark plugs can be a problem on those Fords. I read the Service Bulletin
From Ford. I tried to copy and paste it, but the program won't let me. The problem is the threads get carbon built up on the end. When you loosen them they get jammed up, and take out the threads or break off in the head if forced. The directions call for the motor to be cold. Loosen the plug just a hair and spray a cleaner in the hole. Let it sit awhile and work the plug back and forth.
I will try to print it, and scan it so I can post it.

[enkeivette]

Originally Posted by DarkestSpade

Can someone explain to me how a scanner works? Like would it tell me if the throttle bottle is dirty like Shaolin suggested? Or better yet how Do i clean something like that? I am a bit afraid to work on it with it being my daily driver, Building a computer is no big deal its 500 or so bucks but a car is alot more.

- I rarely do more than ordinary stuff like Brakes and Oil changes so excuse my ignorance.

There's nothing you can break that can be fixed. I'm living proof of that. Cars are nuts and bolts, don't be afraid.

[DarkestSpade]

Thank you everyone for your help, I called a few dealers to see how much it would be to change the spark plugs out of curiosity.
$449.95 to change my spark plugs... FML.

[Redondo Jon]

Thieves! Don’t do it man. I have confidence that you’ll get this sorted.

[SeanPlunk]

You have a PM.

[kdracer73]

I have the TSB printed. It is 11 pages long. I will scan and post the first couple pages Sunday. If you are going on the cruise Sunday, I can give you the copies.

List price on the plugs is 25 bucks each. Basic labor in the book is 2.0 hours- without problems.

[joedls]

Here you go.