
2017–present 1.2 L Dragon Ti-VCT I3, naturally aspirated.īased from 1.5 L Dragon engine but with smaller piston and without balancer shaft. 2017–present 1.1 L Duratec Ti-VCT I3, naturally-aspirated. The turbocharged version of 1.0 L Fox engine. 2012–present 1.0 L Fox Ti-VCT I3, naturally aspirated. If you are unsure about what your diagnostic trouble codes mean have your F-150 diagnosed by a professional automotive technician.A series of Ford DOHC 12-valve inline-three engines with Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT), labelled as Fox (1.0 L), Duratec (1.1 L), Dragon (1.2 L and 1.5 L) and turbocharged 1.0 L and 1.5 L as EcoBoost. Flashing Check Engine Light: If your check engine light is flashing, stop driving your F-150 and have it towed to your nearest mechanic - you probably have a very serious problem with your car and you risk ruining your engine by driving it. Steady Check Engine Light: If your check engine light is on every time you operate your F-150, you need to have it checked as soon as possible, especially if you notice performance problems or unusual noises. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds? This will help your mechanic evaluate the issue.
Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 1994 F-150 is intermittent, try to take note of the conditions when this happens. The video above shows how to locate the on board diagnostics (OBD) plug on your 1994 F-150, how to read the trouble codes and how to reset or clear the check engine light using a scanner on your F-150.
In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 1994 Ford F-150.