check engine code

I am new to the forums, so here goes.......

I have a 1992 ford ranger 4cyl. It's got about 196000 miles on it now, and I just recently had a problem with the check engine light. On my original check, I had a problem with the EGR system and a bad coil. Well coil failure on 1,2,3 or 4.

I replaced both coils with Echlin brand coils, new plugs (bosch Platinum) and wires. This did not fix the problem. After about 8 seconds, the check engine light comes on every time I fire it up, so I got the codes checked. Here is what they said.

Code 224 = 1,2,3 or 4 circuit failure back to the same coil problem. The intake side coil. The mechanic said to run OEM equipment and check the plug gap and replace the wires. If that doesn't fix it, get the OEM coils from Ford (130.00/coil).

I guess my question is, "Has anyone else come across this problem?" and "What did it take to fix it?"

Cash is in low supply, so I'd like to get it fixed with as little money as possible. I'd rather not have to go get new plugs, wires, and coils.

Any help would be appreciated.

Did the mechanic reset the codes? I can't imagine that it is due to non-OEM wires/plugs/coil. My 87 ranger runs great with non-OEM plugs.wires. I would suggest making sure the codes were reset and then trying it again.

Did the mechanic reset the codes? I can't imagine that it is due to non-OEM wires/plugs/coil. My 87 ranger runs great with non-OEM plugs.wires. I would suggest making sure the codes were reset and then trying it again.

Yea, try that.

This might be your problem as well, if it's not running smoothly (EDIS):
Later and perhaps all current EEC's, including the EEC-V, utilize a 36-1 tooth wheel for CPS which is pre-processed by a unit known as the EDIS (Electronic DIStributor). The EDIS converts the 36-1 into a 2 pulses/rev 50% duty cycle square wave which is then fed into the EEC to be used for RPM and injector timing calculations. The EEC sends a PWM signal to the EDIS defining the spark advance required, and the EDIS unit then times out the signals to the coils (wasted spark). This gives a more accurate spark delivery as the EDIS has access to timing data which is updated every 10 crank degrees whereas the EEC only gets timing data every 90 degrees.

Just reading.... Could be something else..

Pete

usually the ignition module is bad for code 224;check for spark from suspect coil; no spark= check outside two wires from coil pack to module: