Trouble Shooting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Mountaineer, 1997 Ford Ranger, and 1997 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Disable air bag system before working around steering column or removing any air bag system component. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM article.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See the COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES
article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section before disconnecting battery.
Before performing individual component tests, check the following for possible cause of system malfunction.
- Low Battery Charge
- Blown Fuse(s)
- Loose Or Corroded Connectors
- Damaged Wiring
- Damaged Transmitter(s)
- Faulty Transmitter Batteries
- Binding Locks Or Latches
Before proceeding with testing, disconnect and reconnect negative battery cable to reset system. If problem remains, connect and operate New Generation Star (NGS) Tester (007-00500) tester following manufacturer's instructions. Perform ON-DEMAND SELF-TEST. See MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article. See following list.
- Ranger: MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
- Explorer/Mountaineer: MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
If self-test is passed and no DTCs are retrieved, go to SYMPTOM TESTS .
RAP MODULE DTC DEFINITIONS
| DTC (1) | Description | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| B1309 | Power Door Lock Circuit Short To Ground | ||
| B1341 | Power Door Unlock Circuit Short To Ground | ||
| B1485 | Brake Pedal Circuit Short To Voltage | ||
| B1526 | Keypad Switch Circuit Short To Ground | ||
| B1629 | Gearshift Indicator Short To Voltage | ||
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