It looks like the skid plate is removable? If so that would confirm if it is restricting air too much.
I haven't looked into it, but I wonder if there may be information available via FORScan where the air cooler air temperature could be monitored with, and without, the aluminum skidplate installed?Other than checking the coolant level, what else can I rule out easily with the P026A code?
It’s 100% the skid plate that is blocking the airflow. Last year I try to install a push bumper with a deer guard on it and it threw the same code. You cannot put anything in front of that or it’s just not going to get enough airflow. I ended up, taking the bumper off and returning it to the manufacture to my knowledge even though manufacturers claim it’s OK to put it on the diesel, it is not. None of these manufacturers have done any testing to see if their products work on a diesel versus a gasoline engine. Just because it bolts on doesn’t mean it’s going to work .Fellas: I was pulling a little 5' x 10' trailer last weekend with my 2019 F150 3.0 Powerstroke, and my check engine light came on. Turns out it was the P026A, and with a little research, could mean a few things. I have a Addictive Desert Designs pre-runner bumper with an aluminum skidplate that is literally right in front of the intercooler. Please see attached pictures. Any suggestions as to how to fix this? I could drill a few 'speed' holes in the skidplate to help with the airflow. Any other advice is always welcome. Much appreciated.
Good question. Perhaps for a fee. But, I'm guessing as I have very little experience with dealer service departments because I do the maintenance and most repairs on my vehicles.Do you think one of the techs would take a little ride with me and see what the temps are?
The Sunbelt guy may have been a bit optimistic. The skid steer (Bobcat S550?) weighs about 6200 lbs. Add another 900 for the grapple, maybe 1200 for the tree shear, and let's say 3500 for the equipment trailer. Not a lot of aerodynamic drag, but weight in the hills....The next day, with the 'check engine' light on, pulled this trailer loaded with the Bobcat, tree shears, and grapple bucket. Guy at Sunbelt Rentals said it was in the neighborhood of 7-8k lbs, and truck didn't nearly have the power it usually does. Very hilly roads in the Texas Hill Country and I was taking it easy.
Cut holes in the skidplate last night, via drill press and cordless drill, no turning back now. Thanks for all the useful information. I am really hoping these holes in the skidplate help with power, and keep the check engine light off. I don't really pull much at all, maybe a few times a year.
Cheers and happy Thursday.