I was waiting for train to go by and it acted like it was going to die so I turned it off. Would not start again. Pulled home put code tester on said p0401. Cleaned the sensor still won't start. Is there more than one and if so where? Put new fuel filter on and there was trash in it. Thought I would try that first. Need HELP!!!
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IMINYOURCHAIR
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need to know if there is fuel pressure first off. since the filter had trash in it, the pump could also be trash now
FordandPolaris
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There may be a blockage in the EGR pipe or something wrong with the EGR valve. I would start with checking over that system.
Though I agree with chair that you will want to test fuel pressure first. I think the truck should still run despite a bad EGR system, it will just run poorly. No fuel pressure means no running at all.
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Though I agree with chair that you will want to test fuel pressure first. I think the truck should still run despite a bad EGR system, it will just run poorly. No fuel pressure means no running at all.
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I will get husband to check fuel pressure. Will he have to have a certain tool for this. He can work on older cars without all the electronics that's on them these days. He may laugh at me for asking you this. You may too.
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bedrck46
would be nice to know which year model and engine information
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bedrck46
P0401 - EGR Flow Insufficient Detected
The EGR system is monitored during steady state driving conditions while the EGR is commanded on. The test fails when the signal from the DPF EGR sensor indicates that EGR flow is less than the desired minimum.
Vacuum supply
EGR valve stuck closed
EGR valve leaks vacuum
EGR flow path restricted
EGRVR circuit shorted to PWR
VREF open to D.P.F. EGR sensor
D.P.F. EGR sensor downstream hose off or plugged
EGRVR circuit open to PCM
VPWR open to EGRVR solenoid
D.P.F. EGR sensor hoses both off
D.P.F. EGR sensor hoses reversed
Damaged EGR orifice tube
Damaged EGRVR solenoid
Damaged PCM
The EGR system is monitored during steady state driving conditions while the EGR is commanded on. The test fails when the signal from the DPF EGR sensor indicates that EGR flow is less than the desired minimum.
Vacuum supply
EGR valve stuck closed
EGR valve leaks vacuum
EGR flow path restricted
EGRVR circuit shorted to PWR
VREF open to D.P.F. EGR sensor
D.P.F. EGR sensor downstream hose off or plugged
EGRVR circuit open to PCM
VPWR open to EGRVR solenoid
D.P.F. EGR sensor hoses both off
D.P.F. EGR sensor hoses reversed
Damaged EGR orifice tube
Damaged EGRVR solenoid
Damaged PCM
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bedrck46
Being its a 4.6 I would remove the throttle body and clean the exhaust ports that go through the throttle body. You would only need two gaskets and a can or two of throttle body cleaner There also are some good videos on youtube about cleaning the TB.
I would start with the easiest and least costly items first.
Look at the EGR Valve and the pipe that connects from the Valve to the exhaust manifold. You will see two rubber hoses that go from the pipe to the DPFE sensor Check to make sure those hoses are connected and intact If you need to replace the DPFE you can find them on e-bay cost around $45.00
As far as it not starting you may want to try some starter fluid being sprayed into the intake to see if that will cause the engine to fire up If it does then I would suspect problem with the fuel pressure .
If you need any electrical prints let me know and I will send you what you may need
I would start with the easiest and least costly items first.
Look at the EGR Valve and the pipe that connects from the Valve to the exhaust manifold. You will see two rubber hoses that go from the pipe to the DPFE sensor Check to make sure those hoses are connected and intact If you need to replace the DPFE you can find them on e-bay cost around $45.00
As far as it not starting you may want to try some starter fluid being sprayed into the intake to see if that will cause the engine to fire up If it does then I would suspect problem with the fuel pressure .
If you need any electrical prints let me know and I will send you what you may need
He did check the sensor hoses and they were clean. I just remembered that one of them was off and could not get it to fit snug when put pack on.
Yes, sprayed starter fluid. It starts it then dies after about a minute.
Yes, sprayed starter fluid. It starts it then dies after about a minute.
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bedrck46
ok first check the fuel shut-off switch to see if it tripped and then reset it if needed. if you have a volt meter or test light check for voltage going into and coming out of the cut off switch
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bedrck46
if you do not have voltage at the shut-off switch check the following in the battery junction box under hood fuse #2 and #10 also check the fuel pump relay and the PCM Power Relay pull both relays clean the contact area and reinstall the relays
also check fuse #30 in the central junction box.
how many miles on the expy and do you have the owners manual
also check fuse #30 in the central junction box.
how many miles on the expy and do you have the owners manual
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bedrck46
kindly keep the forum updated it helps others
Started and ran with ether, then died, sounds like a big vacuum leak.
Any idle problems leading up to this?
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IMINYOURCHAIR
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well, in his first post he was stopped in gear and it was struggling to idle.
The infamous "T" on the rear of some Ford 4.6' intakes that occasionally rears its ugly head came to mind. Seems it'll leak slightly when it wants and cause minor driveabilty problems ("the leading up to part"), then it breaks completely and tries to leave you on the side of the road (OP's current problem).
Last one I had was a '98 F150 4.6 Triton, do any of ours have that connection?
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Last one I had was a '98 F150 4.6 Triton, do any of ours have that connection?
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bedrck46
the key word in your statement is "rear of some Ford 4.6"
May be best at this point to see what the OP reports back before any more guesses are made
