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Pinpoint Test A: The Speed Control Is Inoperative: Testing

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  1. A1 CHECK FOR DTCs 
    • Review the recorded DTCs from the powertrain control module (PCM) self-test.
    • Are any DTCs recorded? 
  2. A2 CHECK THE SPEED CONTROL SWITCH 
    • Disconnect: PCM C175b.
    • Measure the resistance between the PCM C175b-19, circuit 848 (DG/OG), harness side and the PCM C175b-30, circuit 151 (LB/BK), harness side while pressing the speed control switch buttons as follows:
      SPEED CONTROL SWITCH RESISTANCE REFERENCE

      Speed Control Switch Resistance Value
      OFF Less than 5 ohms
      CANCEL 110 - 130 ohms
      SET- 276 - 324 ohms
      SET+ 552 - 648 ohms
      RESUME 1,021 - 1,199 ohms
      ON 1,941 - 2,278 ohms
      No switch pressed 3,965 - 4,655 ohms
      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between PCM Connector Terminals
      G03883120Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Are the speed control switch resistance values OK? 
    • Yes  : GO to A3.
    • No  : INSTALL a new speed control switch. REFER to SPEED CONTROL SWITCH . CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
  3. A3 MONITOR THE TRANSMISSION RANGE PID 
    • Connect: PCM C175b.
    • Key in ON position.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: PID Data Monitor and Record.
    • Monitor the transmission range PID.
    • Select DRIVE.
    • Does the PID value agree with the transmission range selector lever position? 
  4. A4 CHECK THE PARKING BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR 
    • Key in ON position.
    • While observing the parking brake warning indicator, apply and release the parking brake.
    • Does the parking brake warning indicator operate correctly? 
    • Yes  : GO to A5.
    • No  : REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER to diagnose the parking brake warning indicator.
  5. A5 CHECK THE VEHICLE SPEED 
    NOTE: This step may require an assistant.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Wheel Speed PID.
    • Monitor and record the ABS module wheel speed PID while driving the vehicle at 48 km/h (30 mph) as indicated on the speedometer.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: PCM Vehicle Speed PID.
    • Monitor and record the PCM vehicle speed PID while driving the vehicle at 48 km/h (30 mph).
    • Does the speed indicated by the ABS module wheel speed PID match the PCM vehicle speed PID? 
    • Yes  : GO to A6.
    • No  : REFER to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article to diagnose the output shaft sensor (OSS) signal.
  6. A6 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM OPERATION 
    • Disconnect all the PCM connectors.
    • Check for:
      • corrosion
      • pushed-out pins
    • Connect all the PCM connectors and make sure they are seated correctly.
    • Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
    • Yes  : INSTALL a new PCM. REFER to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS . CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
    • No  : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.