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Ford ES — FLASHING THE FIELD

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Procedure

  1. 1. Locate terminals 7(-) and 8(+) on voltage
  2. 2. Use a six volt dry cell battery with two clip leads
  3. 3. After starting engine, touch positive (+) battery
  4. 1. Disconnect all leads from-assembly to be tested.

Specs & torque values

  • flashing the exciter field with a low voltage which
  • voltage at terminals 1 and 2 to be certain whether or
  • voltage should be at least 20 VAC at rated speed. If

Source: manual:0900-0335_Service Manual Ford Engine Detector I1_198207.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.