1996 Ford Thunderbird Owner's Manual - Page 285
1996 Ford Thunderbird Manual
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OBD II Drive Cycle The following steps must be run in the order shown. If steps 2 thru 9 are interrupted, repeat the preceding step. Any safe driving mode is acceptable between steps. Always drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws. The engine must be warmed up and at operating temperature before proceeding with the drive modes of the following OBD II Drive Cycle. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Start the engine. Drive or idle (in neutral) the vehicle for 4 minutes. Idle the vehicle in drive for 40 seconds. Accelerate the vehicle to 45 mph (70 km/h) at 1/4 to 1/2 throttle for 10 seconds. Drive the vehicle with a steady throttle at 45 mph (70 km/h) for 30 seconds. Idle the vehicle in drive for 40 seconds. Continue to drive the vehicle in city traffic at speeds between 25 and 40 mph (40-60 km/h) for 15 minutes. During the 15 minute drive cycle the following modes must be achieved: a. at least 5 stop and idle modes at 10 seconds each b. acceleration from idles at 1/4 to 1/2 throttle position, and c. choose 3 different speeds to do 1.5 minute steady state throttle drives. 283