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AC Troubleshooting Guide
Source: by polarbearinc.com
Air Bags, Dummy & Flood
Source: by airbagtesting.com via web.archive.org
Air Charge Temperature Sensor (ACT) Testing
Source: by Tomco Inc. tomco-inc.com
Air Conditioning & Heater Vacuum Diagram in a 94
Source: by Richard B at Supermotors.net
Alternator Voltage Drop Test, general
Source: by excelauto.com
Automotive Troubleshooting
Source: by troubleshooters.com
Battery Static & Load Test, general
Source: by excelauto.com
Big Bronco Questions & Answers
Source: by 2carpros.com
Brake Pull Troubleshooting, General; "...The normal checks include: a) Oil, fluid or grease contaminated friction. b) Unmatched friction — never replace friction on only one side of an axle set. c) Rough surface on one rotor, in comparison to opposite rotor. d) Front end alignment. e) Brake hose or line restriction. f) Uneven tire pressure, size or tire wear characteristics. g) Loose hardware on caliper, mounting bolts, guide pins, etc. h) Worn suspension components. i) Seized caliper piston. j) Excessive runout or parallelism. k) Loose wheel bearings. l) Damaged wheel...."
Source: by Larry H at mightyautoparts.com
Calibration Code Overview
Source: by CARDONE® cardone.com
Carburetor Troubleshooting
Source: by Recarbco Fuel Systems recarbco.com
Check Engine Light (CEL), EEC-V (OBD II) info
Source: by samarins.com
Chiltons Online for a FEE
Source: by chiltonsonline.com
Diagnosing a Clogged or Partially Restricted Exhaust
Source: by Jim M at n2performance.com
Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Source: by Vincent C at autorepair.about.com
Distributor Installation Instructions & Troubleshooting Chart
Source: by CARDONE® cardone.com 
Driveability Test, after ECM (EEC) Replacement
Source: by CARDONE® cardone.com 
DTCs 2 & 3 digits & some Possible Causes; MANY CODES!
Source: by Bruce, Alan & Tony at troublecodes.net/Ford/
EEC Voltage Drop Test
Source: by CARDONE® cardone.com 
EEC-V (OBD II) Generic Communication Protocols by Manufacturer
Source: by etools.org
EEC-V (OBD II) Info
Source: by Car Sound  car-sound.com
EEC-V (OBD II) Links
Source: by obdii.com
EEC-V (OBD II) On-Board Diagnostic System
Source: by obdii.com
EEC-V (OBD II) Pin Out Connector Diagram
Source: by obdii.com
EGR Valve & O2 Sensor Testing
Source: by Tomco Inc. tomco-inc.com 
EGR Valve Trouble Code Diagnosis
Source: by Tony at TroubleCodes.net
Electrical Troubleshooting
Source: by kdomries
Engine Control Computer Basics
Source: by CARDONE® cardone.com 
Engine Speed Related Vibration Diagnosis
Source: by vibratesoftware.com
Flooding Troubleshooting Chart (carburetor)
Source: by Recarbco Fuel Systems recarbco.com
Fuel Injection Symptoms
Source: by micro-tech-auto.com
Gas Mileage, Poor
Source: by misterfixit.com
Glossary, Illustrated
Source: by samarins.com
Hesitation During Acceleration Troubleshooting Chart (carburetor)
Source: by Recarbco Fuel Systems recarbco.com
Identifix Direct-Hit
Source: by identifix.com
Idle, Lumpy, Smoothing Out
Source: by Ken J at popularmechanics.com
Ignition System Troubleshooting
Source: by Craig U at classictruckshop.com
Leak Detection article
Source: by Dan M in July 03 MOTOR magazine via vacutech.com
Leak Down Tester Use
Source: by Jeff S at Car Craft via proformparts.com
Mallory® Technical Support articles
Source: by centuryperformance.com
Mass Air Flow (MAF) Troubleshooting Tips
Source: by CARDONE® cardone.com
Measuring Axle and Hub Runout Vibrations
Source: by vibratesoftware.com
Measuring Stud Circle and Hub Center Runout
Source: by vibratesoftware.com
No Start Diagnosis
Source: by Matthew W at autorepair.about.com
No Start Diagnosis
Source: by Aardvark Otto at kdomries
No Start Diagnosis
Source: by samarins.com
No Start Troubleshooting and Diagnostics, general
Source: by freeautomechanic.com
No Start Troubleshooting Chart
Source: by motorwatch.com
No Start Troubleshooting Chart; DuraSpark
Source: by Seabronc (Rosie, Fred W) at Ford Bronco Zone Forums
No Start Troubleshooting, general
Source: by Vincent C at autorepair.about.com
No Start, (Carburetor Troubleshooting)
Source: by Recarbco Fuel Systems recarbco.com
Ohmmeters & Oscilloscopes, Basic Operation of & Use
Source: by Tomco Inc. tomco-inc.com
Oil Consumption Causes, general
Source: by smartsynthetics.com
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) & its effect on Modifications
Source: by Ray B at dakota-truck.net
Oscilloscopes, Operation of & Use
Source: by Tektronix tek.com
Overheating Symptoms & Causes, general
Source: by tegger.com
Performance Problems, Identifying
Source: by Larry H at mightyautoparts.com
Power Window Switch Test, general
Source: by cardone.com
Pulling to Left or Right Flow Chart
Source: by motorwatch.com, was motorminute.com
Repair Questions & Answers
Source: by 2carpros.com
Restore Driveability and Performance After Power Disconnect, general
Source: by cardone.com
Shade Tree Mechanics
Source: by twoguysgarage.com
Shuddering Diagnosis Tip
Source: by autotune.com via web.archive.org
Smog Pump Seizure Causes
Source: by CARDONE® cardone.com 
Spark Plug Firing End Analysis, General
Source: by gnttype.org
Stall when put into Gear; "...Hesitation, stalling, stumbling, flat-spot, or dead-spot during acceleration: Backfiring or spit-back up through carb; Hesitation, dead-spot or stalling after first mile of warm-up; Periodic backfiring with black exhaust smoke; Dead-spot, flat-spot, hesitation, stumbling, backfiring (carburetor)..."
Source: by Recarbco Fuel Systems recarbco.com
Starter Voltage Drop Test, general
Source: by excelauto.com
Stop Chasing Fault Codes When Servicing EFI Systems
Source: by Craig G at asashop.org
Technical Articles
Source: by fte
Technical Documents
Source: by performanceunlimited.com
Technical Service Bulletins
Source: by mycarstats.com
Testing Electrical Systems w/a Digital Multimeter
Source: by fluke.com
Trouble Shooting, general
Source: by barrygrant.com
Troubleshooting Electrical Systems
Source: by Inter-Industry Conference On Auto Collision Repair via I-Car® i-car.com 
Troubleshooting Intermittent Problems (TFI Failure, EGR, etc.)
Source: by Larry C at Underhood Service via aa1car.com
Troubleshooting Turn Signals & Flashers
Source: by rogerspure.procarcare.com
Troubleshooting, general; black, blue, white smoke; smells like rotten eggs; stalls while idling; hesitates while accelerating; stalls while accelerating; lacks power on flat roads as well as hills; lacks power on hills but is fine on flat roads; preignition; uses coolant but I don't see any leaks
Source: by GregsEngine.com
Turn Signal & Flasher Trouble Shooting, General
Source: by procarcare.com
Vacuum Gauge Diagnosis
Source: by ULTRA TUNE BROOKVALE at users.bigpond.com via web.archive.org
Vacuum Gauge Diagnosis
Source: by William R. W at fordf150.net
Vacuum Gauge Diagnosis - BEST!; Normal engine; Steady gauge 18"-20" at all speeds..." READ MUCH MORE
Source: by Craig U at classictruckshop.com
Vacuum Gauge Tester Instructions
Source: by tradervar.com
Vacuum Leak Test
Source: by Jim M at n2performance.com
Vacuum Leak Test, Carburetor Models; "...First, use a mechanic's stethoscope (just the hose, no steel probe) to try to localize the leak with the engine running. Check the carb base, body, hoses, or what have you. Turn the engine off, then use a small spray bottle of extra-soapy water to spray the suspected area with a moderate amount of water. Next, find a manifold vacuum port (the brake servo booster hose for example) to apply a small amount of shop air. Apply just enough air pressure to get the soap to bubble. We don't want to ruin any check valves or anything. Seal the carburetor throat(s), then watch for the bubbles. You'll find the precise location of your leak..."
Source: by niehoff.com
Vacuum Leak Test, Carburetor Models; "...First, use a mechanic's stethoscope (just the hose, no steel probe) to try to localize the leak with the engine running. Check the carb base, body, hoses, or what have you. Turn the engine off, then use a small spray bottle of extra-soapy water to spray the suspected area with a moderate amount of water. Next, find a manifold vacuum port (the brake servo booster hose for example) to apply a small amount of shop air. Apply just enough air pressure to get the soap to bubble. We don't want to ruin any check valves or anything. Seal the carburetor throat(s), then watch for the bubbles. You'll find the precise location of your leak..."
Source: by niehoff.com
Vacuum Leak Test; "...Okay, now that we have covered what a vacuum leaks do, how do you find components that leak vacuum? One way is to visually inspect all the vacuum hoses and connections. Look for disconnected, loose or cracked hoses, broken fittings, etc. Hey, you might get lucky and find the problem in a few minutes, or you might waste half the day trying to find the mysterious leak. Vacuum leaks are often the elusive needle in a haystack. And if it is not a hose leaking vacuum but something else such as a gasket, worn throttle shaft, injector O-rings, etc., you may never find it using this technique. A faster technique for finding intake manifold vacuum leaks is to get a bottle of propane and attach a length of rubber hose to the gas valve. Open the valve so you have a steady flow of gas. Then hold the hose near suspected leak points while the engine is idling. If there is a leak, propane will be siphoned in through the leak. The resulting "correction" in the engine's air/fuel ratio should cause a noticeable change in idle speed and/or smoothness (Note: on engines with computerized idle speed control, disconnect the idle speed control motor first). Aerosol carburetor cleaner can also be used the same way. CAUTION: Solvent is extremely flammable, so do not smoke or use it if there are any sparks in the vicinity (arcing plug wires, for example). Spray the solvent on suspected leak points while the engine is idling. If there is a leak, the solvent will be drawn into the engine and have the same effect as the propane. The idle speed will suddenly change and smooth out..."
Source: by aa1car.com
Vibrate Software
Source: by vibratesoftware.com
Voltage Drop Test Video, General
Source: by Federal-Mogul
Warm Starting Problems, Carburetor
Source: by Recarbco Fuel Systems  recarbco.com
Waveforms
Source: by Pico Technology  picotech.com