• Electrical theory and operating characteristics of input sensors for Ford powertrain systems
• Packaging and placement concerns, why sensors are positioned where they are
• What the PCM, ECM, VCM, and GEMs are seeing and how they translate this information into useful data
• Basic computer logic, what is a comparator, discriminator, algorithms, how can a signal look clean on a scope but the computer doesn’t recognize it?
• How an A/D convertor works, and why manufacturers pick a variable reluctor sensor over a Hall Effect design.
• The latest designs in sensor technology, Heated Oxygen Sensors EGR Feedback Sensors
• The principals of Action – Reaction testing to isolate whether the sensor or the PCM is faulty
• Techniques using various instruments such as GMMs, PGMs, Lab Scopes, and Digital Multimeters to the best advantage
• Tips and Tricks to use common tools and wiring diagrams to solve problems when more expensive instruments are not available.
• Using the scan tool and graphing capability to it’s best advantage for testing sensor performance
• Classroom and Hand-0n training available

Ford Engine Performance 2000– 2006

• Sensor packaging and configurations. Latest sensor types and how they function
• Scan tool Communications using the latest in protocols, CAN (High- Medium- Low Speed) varieties
• Understanding the various diagnostic routines available through the Scan tool, and how to effectively use both Enhanced and Generic Data streams
• How to use Mode$06 when available, and how to decipher it to plain English
• Major systems revisited and updated to the latest offerings.
• An in-depth look at the advances on Ford’s new generation of ignition systems and how to effectively pin down misfire issues using various diagnostic tools
• Covering the modernization of Ford fuel systems, how to deal with returnless systems and fuel pump module controlled pumps with common sense
• Tire Pressure Monitor Systems
• Adaptive Steering Column
• Advance Trac - Traction Control
• Electronic Vapor Management Valve
• Electronic Throttle Control systems
• OCSS Occupant Classification Sensor System
• “Black Oak” Power PC and communication protocols
• Flex-Fuel overview
• PZEV emission system overview
• MY 2006 Explorer changes
• Practical advice on which scan tools to purchase for your shop operation

Ford Powerstroke 6.0L Engine Diagnostics 2005

• All engine sensors explained in detail. The APP and it’s special strategies made clear
• The many differences between GEN 1 and GEN 2 engines compared, fuel delivery, UVC circuits
• Theory and operation of Non-Wastegate and Wastegated Turbochargers. Control systems and diagnosis of low boost concerns
• Low pressure and High pressure oil systems, how they are interrelated and practical techniques for isolating defective components on these common rail systems
• Theory and operation of HUEI injectors, pressure controls, and split shot injection explained
• Unique diagnostic strategies for isolating leaking Injector O-Rings that effect engine performance
• Scan tool diagnostics, when to use each routine to your best advantage. How to approach the most common problems: No-Start, Low Power, Intermittent Stalling, Misfire
• Tools that every shop can make themselves that will save hundreds of dollars and make diagnosis much easier