Dumping codes PITA

[pissedoff92]

I went to advance and bought one of those code readers. I didnt even know they existed until a post i read on here the other day. Anyways im reading this manual and this seems like an extremely complicated procedure. my car is a 92 are they going to be double or triple digit codes?

 

[ID89GT]

Double

 

[pissedoff92]

Thanks, do the codes automatically get erased if you read them?

 

[BlownFiveLiter]

No. With the OBD1 cars, clearing the codes requires you to remove the negative battery terminal, so it clears the keep alive memory (KAM) in the EEC.

 

[pissedoff92]

Ok cool Im worried I wont get all the codes or I'll write em down wrong.

 

[stang&2Birds]

Super easy!
Get an LCD code reader (Amazon, etc ~$25), and do as the videos show.

Code reader:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000EW0KHW/?tag=stangnet-20
Equus 3145 Ford Digital Code Reader

How to Videos:

 

[jrichker]

Most code readers have a button or function that erases the codes on command.

Since I am cheap, I stick with the paper clip or jumper wire method to dump codes. On my car, the test jumper wire is wrapped around the diagnostic connector. That way I never have to hunt for anything when I dump the codes.

 

[Blown88GT]

The Equus Code reader is terrific & not expensive, $25 from Amazon. Extension cable is also $25.
BTW, Equus manual states on p.27;
NOTE: Most Ford EEC-IV vehicle computers up to 1991 use a two-digit code system. From 1991 to 1995 most use a three-digit code system.

 

[pissedoff92]

i bought the actron one. but I think im going to re invest

 

[Boydster]

i bought the actron one. but I think im going to re invest

I have the Actron unit. It's easy to use... once you do it and get used to how the computer talks to ya, it'll be a no-brainer.

Use the audio function and just write down a hash mark each time it beeps. Take note of the short and long pauses.

 

[pissedoff92]

I havent had a chance to try it yet but im trying to get the car inside asap to start running the codes and getting the resto started