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  1. 1988 Lariat 150 Towing Package

    How can I determine if my 1988 Ford Lariat F150 has the wiring to hook up a trailer and instal a trailer brake system.
  2. Charging Problem 1988 Ford F-150

    nflfreak43It is and internal regulator and I get it tested tomorrow. Thanks for the reply....Lariat150.
  3. Charging Problem 1988 Ford F-150

    Hi all:Yesterday I had my battery indicator light come on and the ammeter was reading about 10 volts. The battery light would come on and go off.Cleaned the battery cables, clamps, and posts. The light and gauge were still acting up. Decided to run an errand, and about 3 miles from home the...
  4. Replacing Rear Axle 1988 F150 Lariat XLT

    Hi all:First off, thanks to Blacksnapon for the response re: crankshaft sealant, and four other lads about the fuel pump question I posted in the Gen 8-9 forum.Would have responded sooner, put have be busy resurrecting the 88 F150 from the dead........literally.Appears previous owner...
  5. In Tank Fuel Pumps

    Hi All:Question:Are the in tank fuel pumps in a 1987 F250 7.5 L with a 4Bl Carburetor, the same pumps used in a 1988 F150 5.0L EFI. Do the 1987 pumps have the same volume and pressure output as the 1988 in tank pumps.ThanksLariat150
  6. 1987 F250 Starter Problem

    Had a 1987 Ford F250 4X4 gave to me. Previous owner said it needed a ring gear. When I removed the starter the Bendix drive teeth were chewed up on the tops from the lead edge backward to about half the length of each tooth. The ring gear was rotated to check the teeth and it looked looked...
  7. Repair Questions 1988 Ford F150 Super Cab

    Vehicle: 1988 Ford F150 Super Cab/5.0 L EFI/AOD Trans.Questions:1) Is a sealer used on the bolts which secure the flex-plate to the crankshaft. If so what type. 2) What is the torque specified for the above bolts. 3) How do you remove the Center bearing on the drive shaft for replacement...
  8. What is it?

    bowtiehatr:Thanks for the info.Did a bit of research about the Rabs sensor in the diffy. Info suggested that the sensor may give false DTC if there is metal partials in the gear oil from what ever source, for example the casting or general ring gear wear. The partials get stuck on the mag...
  9. What is it?

    Bowtiehatr:Thanks for the response.Truck is a 1988 Ford F250, EFI 5.0 L, Std 5 Spd Trans, basic equipment. Lucky it has a AM Radio. Some little bird suggested at maybe a control module for a Rabs...........what ever that is.Lariat150Lariat150
  10. What is it?

    Hi All:What is the purpose of the electronic module E8FT2C018-AA L, located just behind the radio and attached to the dash. Module has a 14 Pin connector.ThanksLariat150
  11. Vacuum Reservoir Connections 1988 Ford F150 5.0 L Vin "N"

    Checked vacuum installations at the local PickNPull, vacuum plug at reservoir was the same..........fool proofing..........for fools like me:)
  12. Vacuum Reservoir Connections 1988 Ford F150 5.0 L Vin "N"

    I have installed installed the factory plastic vacuum harness on my engine.If I read the situation correctly, the molded rubber fitting at the vacuum reservoir (Tomato) can only be installed only one way, due to the configuration of the rubber fitting and the nipples on the reservoir.The...
  13. FPM?

    FPM RepliesThanks all, for the comebacks.........now I do not have to crawl all over this thing looking for a timer control module. I wondered how the pumps were shut down if the engine didn't start.Lariat150
  14. FPM?

    Hi all:What and where is the fuel pump monitor, on a 1988 Ford 150 5.0L. Is this what shuts the pumps off during the KOEO test. How does this fuel system know when it has pressurized..........a pressure switch perhaps? If so, where is that. I suspect the FPM to be a on-board component of the...
  15. Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Diagrams 1988 Ford F150 5.0 Lariat XLDave:Thanks for looking, it's appreciated.Have crawled all over this truck, inside and out checking the wiring harnesses looking for alterations or " creative wiring ". Except for some trailer plug wiring and something that happened near the...
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