obd-2 port isn;t linking to eec unit

1997 FORD TAURUS
65,000 MILES
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CHRIS ROBINANDPOOH
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what do I do in this case ?
Mar 18, 2012 at 3:50 AM
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FIXITMR
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could be a fuse or bad connection
Mar 18, 2012 at 4:02 AM
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also is scanner powered or does it need port for power?
Mar 18, 2012 at 4:05 AM
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CHRIS ROBINANDPOOH
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all fuses under dash good power block fuses all good too, unit is powering up and then reads error. whats next?
Mar 18, 2012 at 4:15 AM
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FIXITMR
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check engine light works?
Mar 18, 2012 at 4:21 AM
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CHRIS ROBINANDPOOH
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I'm not sure I'll check in the morning . It was a total long block swap and it went really easy , too easy . I dont know if it helps or matters .
Mar 18, 2012 at 7:25 AM