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1998 Ford F-150 XL 4.2L MIL Lamp on
Posted to Ford Driveability on 10/25/2000

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This truck is setting a code P1538, indicating that the Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) is stuck open. The problem is that I cannot see that this engine has the IMRC system on it. There is not any of the hardware like what is used on the Wind...

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Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Ford F-150 XL

VIN 1FTZX1721W
Engine4.2 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsMIL Lamp On
OccursIntermittently

Trouble Codes

P1538Air Conditioning Request Circuit High Input
Message Closed w/FIX

car Vehicle Data

1998 Ford F-150 XL

VIN 1FTZX1721W
Engine4.2 L / 6 cyl / GAS
Trans4-speed Automatic (Electronic)
DeliveryFI
EmissionsOBD-II Compliant
SymptomsMIL Lamp On
OccursIntermittently

Trouble Codes

P1538Air Conditioning Request Circuit High Input