Many trouble codes

2008 FORD TAURUS
230,000 MILES • 3.5L • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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BLESS BEE
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Hello, I got codes P0443, P0010, P0020, P0102, P0135, P0141, P0155 and P0161. what do I need to replace on this car (SEL model)?
Dec 26, 2018 at 12:40 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

Codes do not identify bad parts just failed systems. diagnostics need to be done on each code to find the root cause of failure.

I will give you possible reasons for the codes below but you need someone to confirm the failures. throwing parts at it is expensive and most likely not needed.

P0010

P0010
Descriptor
Probable Causes
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Circuit Open or Shorted
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Solenoid Valve Open or Shorted
Voltage Power Circuit Open

p0020

P0020
Descriptor
Probable Causes
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Circuit Open or Shorted
Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Solenoid Valve Open or Shorted
Voltage Power Circuit Open

All the rest of the codes are for the O2 sensor heaters, 443 is an evap code and 102 is mass air flow.

The one thing they all have in common is they are all wire harness issues with shorts to power or ground.

Before replacing anything, I would have someone look closely at the harness for any damage or burns from being close to something hot.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Roy
Dec 26, 2018 at 5:46 PM