So i took my truck in to get the codes to troubleshoot a few things and orielys told me they couldnt get a reading because my truck is too old...its a 94...is this true or was the guy just lazy?

Nope its true. You have OBDI in your 94. It can be read, but not by a OBDII reader. I always had to take mine to my Wife's uncle who is a mechanic to get it read by him.

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How to pull codes from OBDI without code reader

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/182381098613

This is the reader you need for it

I had a '94 Tempo - last year I was cleaning up my basement, found the code reader (single LED version) and posted it here and sent it to someone. LoL.

You can also read the code without a code reader by jumping two of the pins and the code will flash on he MIL dash lamp: http://www.justanswer.com/ford/2rg75...ford-rang.html

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2011 Supercab Sport 4x4, 4.0L, Auto, 3.73LS.

Thanks guys...going to try the jumper wire method..sounds easy enough

Ok...pulled the codes and the jumper wire worked its magic...but now i have no clue how to fix the problems or mean i dont understand them....i have a few codes...157-maf sensor open...176-hego sensor circuit lean (front side)...177-hego sensor circuit rich (front side)...211-pip circuit failure....542-fuel pump circuit open,eec processor to motor ground...543-fuel pump circuit open,battery to eec processor
Codes were pulled koeo
Any help appreciated...we may be here a while lol

a) there are three groups of codes, KOEO, KOER and CM. You MUST repair them in that specific sequence, AND withing each code group you MUST start with the lowest number code first and work in ascending numeric order. Diagnose the reason for the code, clear codes (will be clearing all of them), drive, test for codes to verify code free condition. Repeat this sequence until code free operation is achieved.

If your information is correct, then 157 is the first one to tackle Besides, seeing the O2 codes in there is a reinforcing hint.

b) Generally speaking, following the diagnostic flow charts in the FSM is the simplest and most effective way to diagnose the cause for a code.

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2004 Ranger FX4 Level II, 5R55E, Sonic Blue Pearl

Proudly JAP/RICE free since March 2000

So the 157 code...replace the maf? This is where im having trouble..i undestand what these all are but like 176 and 177....lean and rich? How do i fix those?

No, I didn't say that. A code typically indicates a fault in a system, the diagnostic process (the flow charts in the FSM or wherever you opt to get your hands on them) is used to lead you to specifically identify what is wrong, of which many times there is not a bad sensor. Could be wiring, could be a ground problem, could be a bad connection, etc etc etc.

There is a very gross misconception that every time a check engine light goes off that it MUST be a code.

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2004 Ranger FX4 Level II, 5R55E, Sonic Blue Pearl

Proudly JAP/RICE free since March 2000

I dont have the engine light on...cuts out like im running on 4 cyl not 6 with the obvious loss of power...guess this is more than i can handle...looks like the mechanic shop and spent $ for me..thanks for the help

Do you have a working check engine light? With those symptoms, it should show during startup......unless the bulb burned out or someone took it out to hide problem(s).

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2004 Ranger FX4 Level II, 5R55E, Sonic Blue Pearl

Proudly JAP/RICE free since March 2000

It does work...when it first started cutting out on me it would come on for 10-15 minutes (hwy speed) then go off..stop and go...some days it seems like once it warms up a little it runs better