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Ford F150 1998 4.6L Engine P0008 and P0C09 Diagnostic Codes Explained

Model: Ford F150 Fault Code: P0008 Posted: 2007-12-29 17:03

Vehicle: Ford F150 4x4 SuperCab Engine: 4.6L Year: 1998 (possibly 1997) Transmission: Automatic Mileage: Over 100,000 miles I recently purchased a ScanGauge II for my stepdad, who frequently experiences Check Engine light issues. After connecting it today, the device reported three diagnostic trouble codes: - P0420: This code relates to catalytic converter efficiency and has been well-documented in various forums. - P0008: The description is 'Engine Position System Performance - Bank 1'. This refers to a performance issue in the engine's position control system, likely involving the camshaft position sensor or related actuation components. While this code may be linked to emissions-related systems, it does not directly correlate with P0420. - P0C09: This code appears to be an invalid or non-standard OBD-II code. After extensive research, no official sources confirm its existence in Ford F150 vehicles. It is possible this is a misread or corrupted code from the ScanGauge II device. I am seeking clarification on what these codes mean, especially P0008 and P0C09. Are there any reliable resources that provide detailed explanations for OBD-II codes beyond one-line descriptions? I would appreciate links to authoritative sources such as Ford service manuals or trusted automotive diagnostic databases. Thank you for your time and insight! — Jess

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Comments (2)
Anonymous 2008-01-02 18:01

This post has received significant attention, yet no clear answers have been provided regarding the validity or meaning of P0008 and P0C09. Are these standard OBD-II codes for Ford F150 models? Or could they be errors from the ScanGauge II device?

Anonymous 2008-01-02 18:59

I highly doubt that P0008 or P0C09 are valid OBD-II codes. I've never encountered such code formats in Ford F150 service documentation. The P0420 issue might be more relevant and should be addressed first—what steps have you taken to diagnose it?