Fordmods Technical Documents | |||||
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Welcome to the Fordmods Technical Library. Here you will find a
large selection of technical documents, primarily based around the Ford Falcon. Fordmods was founded on technical
documents submitted by Xyphoid (Matti Jones) and in more recent times we have seen our own users submitting their
own documents, showing us how they've accomplished some fine Ford modifications - exactly what this site is all about.
Please Contact Us if you have a document you would like to submit. |
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Car Audio - Tutorial - | |||||
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Amplifiers Explained | Viewed 20695 times | |||
Part 3 of Pyroay's Car Audio Tutorials | Created by pyroay on 08 2005, rev.[2] 03 2013 | ||||
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Budget SQ & SPL Systems | Viewed 10503 times | |||
Part 5 of Pyroay's Car Audio Tutorials | Created by pyroay on 08 2005, rev.[1.1] 04 2013 | ||||
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Speaker Placement | Viewed 20368 times | |||
Part 2 of Pyroay's Car Audio Tutorials | Created by pyroay on 08 2005, rev.[1.0] 08 2005 | ||||
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Speaker Selection | Viewed 18464 times | |||
Part 1 of Pyroay's Car Audio Tutorials | Created by pyroay on 05 2005, rev.[1.0] 08 2005 | ||||
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Subwoofers | Viewed 18514 times | |||
Part 4 of Pyroay's Car Audio Tutorials | Created by pyroay on 08 2005, rev.[1.0] 08 2005 | ||||
Falcon/Fairmont/Fairlane - All - | |||||
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ADR and State Modification Rules | Viewed 18608 times | |||
Per state listing of resources for modification laws. | Created by Waggin on 27 2007, rev.[1.1] 09 2007 | ||||
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Engine Kill Switch | Viewed 24494 times | |||
Adding an Engine Kill Switch to your Falcon | Created by EBGizmo on 26 2007, rev.[1.0] 30 2007 | ||||
Falcon/Fairmont/Fairlane - AU - | |||||
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AU Smartsheild | Viewed 95936 times | |||
Information on changing, upgrading and repairing Smartsheild | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 21 2004 | ||||
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AU Sound System Information | Viewed 46878 times | |||
Sound System wiring information for AU Series 1 Falcons | Created by Brad on 15 2002, rev.[1.0] 06 2003 | ||||
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Instrument Cluster Upgrade | Viewed 53104 times | |||
Upgrading the Instrument Clusters for AU Series 1 Falcons | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[2.0] 19 2005 | ||||
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Instrument Diagnostics | Viewed 47317 times | |||
Instructions on eanbling the Instrument Cluster diagnostic mode for AU Falcons | Created by AU2SR on 21 2004, rev.[3.2] 26 2004 | ||||
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Power Memory Seat Diagnostics | Viewed 26741 times | |||
Information on Diagnosing Problems with the AU-BA Memory Seat and Pedal System | Created by Matti on 11 2004, rev.[3.0] 11 2004 | ||||
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Satalite Navigation Diagnostics | Viewed 17250 times | |||
Information on Diagnostic modes, and hidden features for the Factory Sat Nav System | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 21 2004 | ||||
Falcon/Fairmont/Fairlane - BA/BF - | |||||
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BA - Territory Quick Mods | Viewed 33232 times | |||
Quick and Easy Modifications for your BA Falcon and Territory | Created by Matti on 16 2005, rev.[3.0] 01 2007 | ||||
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BA Analogue Clock | Viewed 35642 times | |||
Information on how to add the BA Ghia Analogue clock to your BA Falcon | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 01 2007 | ||||
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BA Colour ICC Video Input | Viewed 71391 times | |||
How to add a VGA Input to the Ford BA / Territory Premium Sound System LCD Screen | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 01 2007 | ||||
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BA/BF Chrome Handles | Viewed 10818 times | |||
Upgrading to chrome handles on BA/BF Falcon | Created by Nicko on 30 2006, rev.[1.0] 30 2006 | ||||
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BA/BF Premium ICC | Viewed 32562 times | |||
Removal and install steps required in BA or BF vehicles fitted with the Premium ICC | Created by jlgw70 on 29 2008, rev.[1.0] 29 2008 | ||||
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BF Typhoon Airbox Install | Viewed 23388 times | |||
Ford BA Vehicles – BF Typhoon / XR8 Airbox & 2nd Snorkel | Created by Nicko on 10 2006, rev.[1.0] 10 2006 | ||||
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Installing Floor Lamps in BA/BF | Viewed 24678 times | |||
Fitting Floor Illumination To BA/BF Falcon and SX/SY Territory | Created by xpression on 01 2007, rev.[1.0] 01 2007 | ||||
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Quick BA/BF Falcon Mods | Viewed 30407 times | |||
Quick and Easy mods you can do on your BA/BF Falcons | Created by Nicko on 10 2006, rev.[1.0] 10 2006 | ||||
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Swapping BA Instruments | Viewed 62710 times | |||
Information on Swapping BA Falcon, Fairlane, LTD FPV and Territory Instrument Clusters | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 01 2007 | ||||
Falcon/Fairmont/Fairlane - E-Series - | |||||
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4L SOHC Cam Set Up Guide | Viewed 20861 times | |||
Jay's RPD Camshaft setup guide. | Created by justfordima on 10 2006, rev.[1.0] 10 2006 | ||||
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Adding Climate Control | Viewed 39254 times | |||
Instructions on adding the climate control system to EA-ED-EF-EL model falcons | Created by Matti on 22 2002, rev.[3.0] 12 2005 | ||||
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Adding Ghia Door Lamps | Viewed 20913 times | |||
Instructions on adding ghia style door lamps to your falcon | Created by Matti on 30 2002, rev.[2.0] 12 2005 | ||||
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Auto Window Winders | Viewed 25462 times | |||
Adding Automatic window winders to wind power windows up on locking | Created by Matti on 26 2002, rev.[3.0] 12 2005 | ||||
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Brighter Brake Lights | Viewed 17164 times | |||
Instructions on using Diodes to make your brake lamps Illuminate brighter during the daytime | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[2.0] 12 2005 | ||||
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Changing cams on a Falcon 6 | Viewed 23029 times | |||
Information on changing camshafts for Falcon sixes | Created by Waggin on 25 2005, rev.[1.0] 25 2005 | ||||
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Climate Control Diagnostics | Viewed 95388 times | |||
Instructions on Testing and repairing the Climate Control Module on EA-ED-EF-EL-AU model Falcons | Created by Matti on 30 2002, rev.[3.1] 03 2005 | ||||
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Common Problems | Viewed 91811 times | |||
Common Problems found on late model falcons | Created by Matti on 12 2002, rev.[2.0] 10 2005 | ||||
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Painting Plastics | Viewed 23528 times | |||
An example of how to paint the door shrouds and window plastics on a Falcon | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[3.0] 12 2005 | ||||
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Power Antenna Install | Viewed 42341 times | |||
Power Antenna installation in E Series Falcons and XG/XH Utes | Created by snap0964 on 16 2006, rev.[1.0] 16 2006 | ||||
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Quick Modifiactions | Viewed 41619 times | |||
Some quick and easy modifications to try on your falcon | Created by Matti on 12 2002, rev.[2.0] 12 2004 | ||||
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Replacing Roof Lining | Viewed 26813 times | |||
Information on changing your roof lining for EA-EL Model Falcons | Created by twirqurky on 08 2005, rev.[1.0] 08 2005 | ||||
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Smartlock Bypass for E-Series | Viewed 36219 times | |||
How to bypass Ford Smartlock for remote start modules | Created by EBGizmo on 27 2007, rev.[1.0] 27 2007 | ||||
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Speedo Calc | Viewed 61654 times | |||
Information and a calculator for working out speedo gears, when changing diff ratios, and wheel size | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[1.1] 13 2014 | ||||
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Thermo Fan Wiring | Viewed 56419 times | |||
Thermo Fan wiring and Cross fitting information for EF-EL-AU-BA & Territory Models | Created by Matti on 19 2005, rev.[3.0] 19 2005 | ||||
Falcon/Fairmont/Fairlane - EA-ED - | |||||
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AU 4L Engine Conversion | Viewed 40712 times | |||
How to install an AU 4L Engine in your EA/EB/ED Falcon | Created by TROYMAN on 10 2007, rev.[1.0] 10 2007 | ||||
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Bendix ABS Diagnostics | Viewed 27499 times | |||
Information on Diagnosing Problems with the Bendix ABS LC5 Pump Back System | Created by Matti on 11 2004, rev.[3.0] 11 2004 | ||||
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Changing Instrument Clusters | Viewed 42435 times | |||
Information on Swapping EA to ED Falcon, Fairlane, LTD Instrument Clusters | Created by Matti on 30 2004, rev.[3.0] 17 2005 | ||||
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Clear Side Indicators | Viewed 15947 times | |||
How to install clear side indicator repeaters in EA-ED falcon - THE RIGHT WAY! | Created by Chicken on 15 2006, rev.[1.0] 15 2006 | ||||
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EA-ED Shifter Handle Upgrade | Viewed 12766 times | |||
Upgrading the EA-ED shifter handle to the EF/EL series type | Created by BuNtEr on 29 2008, rev.[1.0] 29 2008 | ||||
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EA-ED Thermo Fan Installation | Viewed 36761 times | |||
Installing EF/EL thermo fans into the EA-ED model Falcons | Created by BuNtEr on 29 2008, rev.[1.0] 29 2008 | ||||
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EA-ED Trip Computer Install | Viewed 31699 times | |||
How to install the Ford factory trip computer into a low series EA-ED Falcon | Created by Waggin on 20 2006, rev.[1.0] 20 2006 | ||||
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EEC-IV 4.0L Pinouts | Viewed 32036 times | |||
Pinout Information for the EEC-IV Module for EB-ED 4.0L Falcons | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 21 2004 | ||||
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EEC-IV V8 Pinouts | Viewed 35297 times | |||
Pinout Information for the EEC-IV Module for EB-ED V8 Falcons | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 21 2004 | ||||
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Factory Sound System Info | Viewed 26022 times | |||
Information on the Factory sound system for EA/EB/ED Falcons, includes wiring information and speake | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[3.1] 22 2004 | ||||
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XH Snorkel | Viewed 16914 times | |||
Information on fitting a the XH snorkel to an EB/ED Falcon | Created by Matti on 14 2002, rev.[1.0] 12 2005 | ||||
Falcon/Fairmont/Fairlane - EF/EL - | |||||
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ABS Diagnostics | Viewed 43598 times | |||
Bosch ABS 2U - Diagnostic Codes for EF/EL Falcon Fairmont, XR, Fairlane and LTD Models | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[3.0] 12 2004 | ||||
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Active Diagnostics - Airbags | Viewed 17503 times | |||
An Active Diangositc Document that helps find problems with Airbag Systems | Created by Matti on 11 2004, rev.[3.0] 11 2004 | ||||
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Adding Corner Lamps | Viewed 20528 times | |||
Instructions on adding the cornering lamps circuit and corner lamps to EF/EL Fairmonts | Created by Brad on 17 2002, rev.[3.0] 17 2004 | ||||
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Aftermarket Guages for E-Series | Viewed 14308 times | |||
Information on fitting Aftermarket Guages to an E-Series Vehicles | Created by braidy on 29 2008, rev.[1.0] 29 2008 | ||||
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Airbag Diagnostics | Viewed 89976 times | |||
Airbag (Supplementary Restraint System) Diagnostics | Created by Matti on 06 2002, rev.[1.1] 05 2005 | ||||
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Auto to Manual Pedal Box Mod | Viewed 18831 times | |||
Converting your Auto pedal box to a Manual pedal box. | Created by snap0964 on 08 2007, rev.[1.1] 09 2007 | ||||
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Changing Instruments | Viewed 63175 times | |||
Changing Instrument Clusters for EF/EL Falcons, includes wiring information | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[3.0] 22 2004 | ||||
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Cruise Control | Viewed 52006 times | |||
Adding and Testing Cruise Control on EF and EL Model falcons | Created by Matti on 18 2002, rev.[3.1] 25 2004 | ||||
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Custom Dials | Viewed 22235 times | |||
data_mine shows us how to make our very own custom dial faces for EF/EL Falcons! | Created by data_mine on 08 2005, rev.[1.0] 11 2005 | ||||
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D Pillar Trim on EF/EL Wagon | Viewed 7124 times | |||
How to re-fit D Pillar Trim on EF/EL Wagon | Created by shnoza on 10 2007, rev.[1.0] 10 2007 | ||||
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EEC V (EFI) Diagnostics | Viewed 72876 times | |||
Information on Changing and Diagnosing the Ford EEC-V EFI Module for EF/EL Falcons | Created by Matti on 11 2004, rev.[3.0] 11 2004 | ||||
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EEC-V 4.0L Pinouts | Viewed 40221 times | |||
Pinout Information for the EEC-V (60 Pin) Module for EL 4.0L Falcons | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 21 2004 | ||||
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EF and EL Body Kit Options | Viewed 38838 times | |||
EF and EL Body Kit Options | Created by lukey on 08 2007, rev.[1.0] 08 2007 | ||||
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EF Specifications | Viewed 18582 times | |||
Sales Information for the EF Model Falcons. (GLi, Futura, XR, Fairmont, and Fairmont Ghia) | Created by Matti on 08 2002, rev.[0.0] 18 2007 | ||||
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EF/EL Central Locking Replacemen | Viewed 15192 times | |||
How to swap your OEM central locking system with a Jaycar system | Created by kday on 02 2006, rev.[1.0] 02 2006 | ||||
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EF/EL XR Front Conversion | Viewed 27035 times | |||
How to Convert your EF / EL to a sexy new XR Frontend | Created by uglybob on 07 2005, rev.[2.0] 20 2006 | ||||
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EL Specifications | Viewed 17502 times | |||
Sales Information for the EL Model Falcons. (GLi, Futura, XR, Fairmont, and Fairmont Ghia) | Created by Matti on 08 2002, rev.[0.0] 18 2007 | ||||
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High Series Cluster Conversion | Viewed 19285 times | |||
Upgrading Falcon and Fairmont to Fairlane Cluster | Created by Vic on 19 2006, rev.[1.2] 19 2006 | ||||
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Illuminate Door Handles | Viewed 22139 times | |||
This document describes how to make your door handles light up | Created by Nicko on 08 2005, rev.[1.0] 18 2005 | ||||
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Instrument Diagnostics | Viewed 43343 times | |||
Instructions on enabling the Instrument Cluster diagnostic mode for EF/EL falcons | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[3.0] 21 2004 | ||||
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Neon Blue Dash | Viewed 44294 times | |||
Blue Dash Modification using coloured LEDs for EF / EL Falcons | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[3.1] 08 2004 | ||||
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Pod Filter Installation | Viewed 19894 times | |||
How to install a Pod Filter on your EF or EL. (Also applies to EB/ED V8) | Created by lukey on 10 2007, rev.[1.0] 10 2007 | ||||
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Power Window Conversion | Viewed 29973 times | |||
How to convert your manual windows to powered units | Created by Matti on 04 2002, rev.[3.1] 26 2005 | ||||
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Premium Sound | Viewed 35665 times | |||
Information on fitting the EF/EL Premium Sound System | Created by Matti on 30 2002, rev.[3.0] 13 2004 | ||||
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Premium Sound - Adding Aux Input | Viewed 26540 times | |||
How to add an auxilliary input to your premium sound system | Created by Moph on 26 2006, rev.[1.1] 03 2006 | ||||
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RED LCD Panels | Viewed 21101 times | |||
How to change the LCD Panel Illumination colour found on EF/EL model Falcons | Created by Matti on 12 2002, rev.[3.0] 15 2005 | ||||
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Reverse Sensor Installation | Viewed 17077 times | |||
How to install Venom reverse sensors in EF/EL Falcon | Created by Brax on 10 2007, rev.[1.0] 10 2007 | ||||
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Smartlock | Viewed 66865 times | |||
Smartlock Information and Specifications, as well as Modification info | Created by Matti on 07 2002, rev.[3.0] 13 2004 | ||||
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Smartlock Information | Viewed 102862 times | |||
Information on Upgrading the Body Electronics Module / Smartlock for EL Falcons | Created by Matti on 11 2004, rev.[3.0] 11 2004 | ||||
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Sound System Info | Viewed 48792 times | |||
Information on changing the sound system on EF/EL Falcons | Created by Matti on 26 2002, rev.[3.0] 13 2004 | ||||
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Steering Wheel Removal | Viewed 30160 times | |||
How to change the steering wheel on an EF/EL Falcon | Created by uglybob on 19 2006, rev.[1.0] 19 2006 | ||||
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Tickford LPG | Viewed 41669 times | |||
Information on the Tickford Factory LPG system on EF/EL Falcons | Created by Matti on 12 2002, rev.[3.0] 11 2004 | ||||
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Tickford Snorkel | Viewed 20337 times | |||
Information on fitting the Tickford snorkel to EF/EL Falcons | Created by Matti on 17 2002, rev.[3.1] 25 2004 | ||||
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Trip Computer | Viewed 57256 times | |||
Information on fitting a trip computer to the EF/EL model falcon | Created by Matti on 14 2002, rev.[3.2] 19 2005 | ||||
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Upgrading Smartlock | Viewed 21067 times | |||
Information on Upgrading the Body Electronics Module / Smartlock for EF Falcons | Created by Matti on 11 2004, rev.[3.0] 11 2004 | ||||
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Yellow Headlight Repair | Viewed 26386 times | |||
How to repair yellow headlights, caused by the formation of dirt film on the cover of the lens. | Created by Ugly Igley on 16 2005, rev.[1.0] 15 2005 | ||||
Falcon/Fairmont/Fairlane - X-Series - | |||||
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EEC-IV 4.1L Pinouts | Viewed 17237 times | |||
Pinout Information for the EEC-IV Module for XF 4.1L Falcons | Created by Matti on 21 2004, rev.[3.0] 15 2005 | ||||
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Power Window Install | Viewed 19794 times | |||
Fitting Power Windows onto an XH/XG series Longreach Falcon Ute | Created by snap0964 on 17 2006, rev.[1.0] 17 2006 | ||||
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XH BEM Information | Viewed 23649 times | |||
XH BEM Information | Created by snap0964 on 26 2007, rev.[1.0] 26 2007 | ||||
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XH Cupholders | Viewed 13132 times | |||
Installing an EF/EL Cup Holders into XH Longreach | Created by snap0964 on 19 2006, rev.[1.0] 19 2006 | ||||
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XH Falcon Trip Computer | Viewed 14710 times | |||
Installing an EF/EL Trip Computer into XH Longreach | Created by snap0964 on 19 2006, rev.[1.0] 19 2006 | ||||