U3079 DTC For Ford Freestar

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

Your Ford Freestar 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 Freestar.

On 1999 and later U3079 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar 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 Freestar 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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