2003 Ford Falcon (BA) — Repair Solution

5.4L BARRA 8cyl 24v SOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto · Check Engine Light / MIL - On · Engine

Ford Falcon (BA) Check Engine Light / MIL - On Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Falcon (BA)
Year: 2003
Engine: 5.4L BARRA 8cyl 24v SOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 134,262
Area: Engine
Category: Check Engine Light / MIL - On

Customer Complaint

The customer reported that the engine light comes on and the vehicle sometimes runs rough on start-up.

Problem Summary

The vehicle intermittently runs rough when starting, with the check engine light illuminating. When restarted, the engine usually returns to normal operation. Fault codes for P1270 (Engine RPM or vehicle speed sensor limiter reached) and P2110 (Throttle Actuator Control System Forced Limited) were stored.

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Quick Facts

CodeFORBA03116
Vehicle2003 Ford Falcon (BA)
Engine5.4L BARRA 8cyl 24v SOHC VCT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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