Home Bronco TSB Summaries Recent Updates Gallery Submit A Link Unique Visitors: 375921	FORD BRONCO -> ELECTRICAL; EEC/PCM, Self-Test, wiring diagrams... -> Electronic Modules, Protection From Damage by Static Electricity TSB 88-13-3 for All Light Truck Lines, etc. WELCOME to MIESK5's BIG BRONCO LINKS - We now have over 29,162 LINKs! This is a Ford Bronco, Truck & Van Technical & Parts LINKS site developed by the MIESK5 Family & is not affiliated with the Ford Motor Co. in any manner. Although we initially developed this site for 78-96 Big Broncos, information in many Links also applies to F, E Series & Cars Select A Link: Electronic Modules, Protection From Damage by Static Electricity TSB 88-13-3 for All Light Truck Lines, etc.; Electronic modules such as instrument clusters, powertrain controls and radios incorporate the latest technology. Some of the components used in these modules are sensitive to static electricity damage at voltage levels far below what the human body can sense. While a person cannot feel or hear the "snap" of a static discharge until the charge level is about 3000 volts, some of the electronic module components can be damaged or weakened by as little as 100 volts. ACTION If service is required, use the following safeguards to avoid static electrical damage. NOTE: THE FOLLOWING CHART SHOWS TYPICAL VALUES FOR STATIC CHARGE GENERATION. SEE CHART in Site. Leave the electronic modules in their original packaging until ready to install in vehicles. Avoid touching module connector pins. Avoid laying modules on nonconductive surfaces. As an added safeguard, use a 3M Static Protection Kit (3M part number 18293), Figure 2. This kit contains special wrist straps, a 15" x 24" flexible conductive mat, grounding cords and full instructions. It is available through local 3M Suppliers. Refers to the following 3M branch sales offices..." READ MORE Source: by Ford via performanceprobe.com