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1998 FORD EXPLORER

5.0L V8AWDAUTOMATICgas
14 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
Repairs0Labor593Torque3759Fluid9DTC690Battery1Maintenance0Recalls14
P0004moderate severityPowertrain

Fuel Volume Regulator Control Circuit High

on 1998 Ford Explorer 5.0L V8 · AWD

What this code means

The PCM detected a higher than expected signal from the fuel volume regulator control circuit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • High fuel pressure
  • Rich running
  • Black exhaust smoke

Common causes

  • Open in regulator ground circuit
  • Faulty regulator
  • PCM driver failure
  • Wiring issue

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check circuit voltage
  2. Test regulator resistance
  3. Inspect ground connection
  4. Check PCM output

Repair notes

Repair open circuit or replace regulator.

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