U3079 DTC For Ford E Series

Ford E Series Engine Specifications:
Engine Type :Multi-Cylinder Engine
Cylinder Type :V-Type Engine
Engine Air Intake Process :Naturally Aspirated

Your Ford E Series engine control system detects a problem, the computer stores the diagnostic trouble code U3079 in its memory. To figure out what is wrong with your vehicle you must first extract the U3079 DTC For Ford E Series.

On 1999 and later U3079 Ford E Series engines, the instrument cluster has a built-in self-diagnostic mode that can be accessed by pressing and holding the instrument cluster SELECT/RESET button. Insert the ignition key and turn to the RUN position (but don't crank or start engine). Continue to press and hold the SELECT/RESET button (for 5 seconds) until the word TEST is displayed by the odometer. Release the SELECT/RESET button within three seconds after the word TEST is displayed to begin the self-diagnostic mode.

U3079 Ford E Series DTC Meaning

U Network Code - Problem is climate control system, lighting, airbags, etc.
3 SAE - Generic
0 Transmission
7 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Valve 1
9 A/C System High Pressure High Temperature

The original multi-displacement system turned off opposite pairs of cylinders, allowing the engine to have three different configurations and displacements. U3079 Ford E Series code had an elaborate diagnostics procedure, including showing engine trouble codes on the air conditionning display. However, the system was troublesome, misunderstood by customers, and a rash of unpredictable failures led to the technology being quickly retired.

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