Need diagnostic help with my Ranger

Jan 22, 2007 3 Replies
1992 Ford Ranger, 4.0L engine, 166K miles

These are the OBD I codes: 24, 57, 58, 73



Symptoms: Engine occasionally cuts out while driving



I have a book that tells what the codes mean but it lists multiple possibilities for each code. I need some help narrowing this down.



Code 24



- Intake Air Charge Temperature (ACT, IAT) sensor or Vane Air Temperature (VAT) sensor out of range



- Coil #1 primary circuit failure



Code 57:



-(Cars ONLY): Octane adjust circuit grounded



-(Cars ONLY): AXOD Neutral Pressure Switch circuit fault, circuit open



Code 58:



-(Cars ONLY): Vane air control circuit fault; circuit open



-(Trucks ONLY): Idle tracking switch circuit fault



Code 73:



- (Cars ONLY): Insufficient throttle position change



- (Cars ONLY): Throttle Position Sensor fault / insufficient range



- (Trucks ONLY): Insufficient Throttle Position change during Dynamic Response Test


I would check your IAC valve and make sure its not sticking or going bad.

I would check your TPS and see if you can read a change it through full motion of the pedal. I am thinkin you have a burnt spot in you tps that is causing this code and possible cutting out of your engine.

Ford Tech:

Thanks, will do.

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