1991 FORD FESTIVA service reset

CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Continued operation of vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause converter to overheat, resulting in possible damage to converter and
ve h ic l e .
Any modification to the exhaust system on turbo models, which reduces exhaust backpressure, will lead to lean fuel mixtures and excessive
spark advance. This could cause serious engine damage.
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) PARTS
ENGINE OIL
FUEL PUMP SHUTOFF SWITCH
This switch stops flow of fuel to engine after a collision. The impact does not have to be great for switch to be triggered. Switch must be reset
after collision. Switch is located under left rear speaker in luggage compartment. Press button to reset switch.
FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE
HALOGEN BULBS
PASSIVE RESTRAINTS
RADIATOR CAP
RADIATOR FAN WARNING:Many solid state electrical com ponents can be dam aged by static electricity (ESD). Som e will display a
warning label, but m any will not. Discharge personal static electricity by touching a m etal ground point
on the vehicle prior to servicing any ESD sensitive com ponent.
CAUT ION: Never use non-detergent or straight m ineral oil.
WARNING:Relieve fuel system pressure prior to servicing any fuel system com ponent (fuel injection m odels).
WARNING:Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas which m ay explode if overheated. DO NOT touch glass portion
of bulb with bare hands. Eye protection should be worn when handling or working around halogen
bulbs.
CAUT ION: Before operating vehicle, securely fasten passive shoulder restraints to the em ergency release buckles.
T he buckle fits in only one way. Ensure to position it properly.
CAUT ION: Always disconnect the fan m otor when working near the radiator fan. T he fan is tem perature controlled
and could start at any tim e even when the ignition key is in the OFF position. DO NOT loosen or rem ove
radiator cap when cooling system is hot.
WARNING:Keep hands away from radiator fan. Fan is controlled by a therm ostatic switch which m ay com e on or
run for up to 15 m inutes even after engine is turned off.
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Engine control system communicates malfunctions to technician through service codes. These service codes are 2-digit numbers representing a
particular defect. Service codes are transmitted through STO connector.
Service codes are displayed as timed pulses, and may be read with a VOM or Super Star II tester. VOM displays codes by needle sweeps. See
Fig. 2
.
Turn ignition off. Ensure all procedures of EQUIPMENT HOOK
-UP have been followed. Engine should be at normal operating
temperature.

Fig. 2: Reading Service Codes With VOM

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
VOM
Disconnect and reconnect jumper wire from STI terminal to ground. Turn ignition on. Record displayed codes. Erase codes, and repeat test
procedure to verify all codes are currently valid. See ERASING CODES & RETESTING . Service only those codes which appear during
retest. Refer to TROUBLE CODE DEFINITION
table to find appropriate pinpoint test.
MIL
Turn ignition on. Connect a jumper wire between STI connector and ground. Observe MIL, and record pulses to determine codes stored.
SUPER STAR II Tester
Set center button to TEST position. Turn ignition on. Turn tester on. When activated, tester should display 888 for 2 seconds. Release and
reset center TEST button. After all codes are displayed, release center button. All codes in tester memory may now be reviewed.
ERASING CODES & RETESTING
Erasing codes and retesting will give an indication of whether codes are hard or intermittent defects. Hard codes reset immediately and will be
displayed during retest.
Disconnect negative battery cable. Press brake pedal for 5-10 seconds. Turn off VOM or Super Star II tester. Reconnect battery. Perform tests
under RETRIEVING CODES
to again display and record codes.
TROUBLE CODE DEFINITION
TROUBLE CODE DEFINITION
NOTE:If MIL flashes continuously prior to connecting test equipm ent, go to PINPOINT T EST ST I .
Service CodeFaultCircuit & Pinpoint Test
01Ignition Diagnostic MonitorIDM
02 (1) Crankshaft Position SensorCPS
03 (2) Cylinder Identification SensorCID
06 (2) Vehicle Speed SensorVSS
08Vane Airflow MeterVAF
09Engine Coolant Temperature SensorECT
10Vane Air Temperature SensorVAT
12 (2) Throttle Position SensorTP
14Barometric Pressure SensorBP
15Exhaust Gas Oxygen SensorEGO
17Exhaust Gas Oxygen SensorEGO
25 (2) Fuel Pressure Regulator Control SolenoidPRC
26Canister Purge Control SolenoidCANP
34Idle Speed ControlISC
Codes Not ListedPower & Ground ConnectionsPGC
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carburetor. As the exhaust gas quickly warms the intake mixture, distribution is improved. This results in better cold engine driveability,
shorter choke periods and lower emissions.
Ensure EFE valve in exhaust manifold is not frozen or rusted in a fixed position. On vacuum-actuated EFE system, check EFE thermal vacuu
m
valve and check valve(s). Also check for proper vacuum hose routing. See Fig. 19
.

Fig. 19: Typical Vacuum
-Actuated EFE System
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
EMISSION MAINTENANCE REMINDER LIGHT (EMR)
If equipped, the EMR light (some models may use a reminder flag) reminds vehicle operator that an emission system maintenance is required.
This indicator is activated after a predetermined time/mileage.
When performing a smog check inspection, ensure EMR indicator is not activated. On models using an EMR light, light should glow when
ignition switch is turned to ON position and should turn off when engine is running.
If an EMR flag is present or an EMR light stays on with engine running, fail vehicle and service or replace applicable emission-related
components. To reset an EMR indicator, refer to appropriate MAINTENANCE REMINDER LIGHTS article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL)
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is used to alert vehicle operator that the computerized engine control system has detected a
malfunction (when it stays on all the time with engine running). On some models, the MIL may also be used to display trouble codes.
As a bulb and system check, malfunction indicator light will glow when ignition switch is turned to ON position and engine is not running.
When engine is started, light should go out.
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Fig. 9: Hitachi 6
-Cylinder Compressor (5-Cylinder Similar)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
HITACHI 5 & 6-CYL SHAFT SEAL R & I
Removal
1. Drain oil from suction port, measure oil drained and discard oil. Remove clutch hub, pulley, bearing assembly and coil assembly. See
HITACHI 5 & 6-CYLINDER CLUTCH R & I in this article.
2. Using snap ring pliers, remove retainer ring. Remove key and plug low and high pressure openings of compressor with Plugs
(KV994C4531, KV994C4532 and KV994C4559).
3. Insert Adapter (KV994C1552) into hole in middle of blind cover at low pressure side of compressor. Connect Pressurizer
(KV994C1552) to can of R-12 refrigerant. Wrap a rag around compressor shaft. Apply pressure of 28-71 psi (2-5 kg/cm
2 ) at low
pressure (suction) service valve of compressor. Catch shaft seal seat in rag. See Fig. 11
.
4. Insert shaft seal Remover/Installer (KV994C1143) through the open end of front cover. Depress carbon seal and hook tool at case
projection of shaft seal. Slowly pull out to remove shaft seal. See Fig. 11
.

NOTE:Check com pressor refrigerant oil level when replacing seals. See COMPRESSOR REFRIGERANT OIL
CHECKING article in this section.
NOTE:If shaft seal cannot be pulled out, reset to its original position, and pressurize again.
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BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
COOLANT (PROPYLENE-GLYCOL FORMULATIONS)
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESD) PARTS
ENGINE OIL
FUEL PUMP SHUTOFF SWITCH
This switch stops flow of fuel to engine after a collision. The impact does not have to be great for switch to be triggered. Switch must be reset
after collision. Switch is located under left rear speaker in luggage compartment. Press button to reset switch.
FUEL SYSTEM SERVICE
HALOGEN BULBS
PASSIVE RESTRAINTS
RADIATOR CAP
RADIATOR FAN
WARRANTY INFORMATION
BASIC NEW CAR LIMITED WARRANTY
All parts of the vehicle, except tires, are covered against defects in factory-supplied materials and workmanship for 12 months or 12,000 miles, CAUT ION: Indicator will cause a squealing or scraping noise, warning that brake pads need replacem ent.
CAUT ION: Continued operation of vehicle with a severe m alfunction could cause converter to overheat, resulting
in possible dam age to converter and vehicle.
CAUT ION: T o avoid possible dam age to vehicle use only ethylene-glycol based coolants with a m ixture ratio from
44-68% anti-freeze. DO NOT use 100% anti-freeze as it will cause the form ation of cooling system
deposits. T his results in coolant tem peratures of over 300° F (149°C) which can m elt plastics. 100% anti-
freeze has a freeze point of only -8° F (-22°C).
CAUT ION: Propylene-Glycol Mixtures has a sm aller tem perature range than Ethylene-Glycol. T he tem perature
range (freeze-boil) of a 50/50 Anti-Freeze/Water Mix is as follows: Propylene-Glycol -26° F (-32°C) - 257° F
(125°C) Ethylene-Glycol -35° F (-37°C) - 263° F (128°C)
CAUT ION: Propylene-Glycol/Ethylene-Glycol Mixtures can cause the destabilization of various corrosion inhibitors.
Also Propylene-Glycol/Ethylene-Glycol has a different specific gravity than Ethylene-Glycol coolant,
which will result in inaccurate freeze point calculations.
WARNING:Many solid state electrical com ponents can be dam aged by static electricity (ESD). Som e will display a
warning label, but m any will not. Discharge personal static electricity by touching a m etal ground point
on the vehicle prior to servicing any ESD sensitive com ponent.
CAUT ION: Never use non-detergent or straight m ineral oil.
WARNING:Relieve fuel system pressure prior to servicing any fuel system com ponent (fuel injection m odels).
WARNING:Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas which m ay explode if overheated. DO NOT touch glass portion
of bulb with bare hands. Eye protection should be worn when handling or working around halogen
bulbs.
CAUT ION: Before operating vehicle, securely fasten passive shoulder restraints to the em ergency release buckles.
T he buckle fits in only one way. Ensure to position it properly.
CAUT ION: Always disconnect the fan m otor when working near the radiator fan. T he fan is tem perature controlled
and could start at any tim e even when the ignition key is in the OFF position. DO NOT loosen or rem ove
radiator cap when cooling system is hot.
WARNING:Keep hands away from radiator fan. Fan is controlled by a therm ostatic switch which m ay com e on or
run for up to 15 m inutes even after engine is turned off.
CAUT ION: Due to the different warranties offered in various regions and the variety of after-m arket extended
warranties available, please refer to the warranty package that cam e with the vehicle to verify all
warranty options.
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