C3498 DTC For Ford Contour

Ford Contour Engine Specifications:
Engine Type :Multi-Cylinder Engine
Cylinder Type :Opposed Cylinder Engine
Engine Air Intake Process :Supercharged Engine

Your Ford Contour engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble code C3498 in its memory. To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the C3498 DTC For Ford Contour.

C3498 Ford Contour engine problem can be occur defective fan clutches are a common and often overlooked cause of engine overheating. The shear characteristics of the clutch fluid gradually deteriorates over time, with an average loss in drive efficiency of about 200 rpm per year. Eventually slippage reaches the point where effective cooling is no longer possible and overheating results. (On average, the life of a fan clutch is about the same as a water pump. If one needs to be replaced, the other usually does too.)

C3498 Ford Contour DTC Meaning

C Chassis Code - Problem is controller area network wiring bus and modules.
3 SAE - Generic
4 Fuel And Air Metering (Injector Circuit Malfunctions Only)
9 TP Sensor Learn Not Complete
8 Park/Neutral Postion (PNP) Switch Circuit Engine Torque Signal Circuit

When you turn on the ignition, the Service Engine Soon or Check Engine C3498 Ford Contour light should flash briefly, indicating that the OBD system is ready to scan your vehicle for any malfunctions. After this brief flash, the light should stay off while you drive as long as no problems are detected. If C3498 DTC For Ford Contour so, you'll be glad to know that your vehicle is equipped with an early warning system that could save you time, money, and fuel in addition to helping protect the C3498!

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