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Retrieving Diagnostic Trouble Codes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Procedure may be used for retrieving continuous Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
  1. Connect New Generation Star (NGS) scan tester to Data Link Connector (DLC) and perform proper hook-up procedure. See EQUIPMENT HOOK-UP  .
  2. Turn ignition on unless otherwise instructed by specified test procedure. Rotate dial on scan tester to DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK menu and press trigger.
  3. Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight the desired module you wish to access. Ensure DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODES is highlighted and press trigger.
  4. Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight RETRIEVE/CLEAR CONTINUOUS DTC and press trigger. Press button No. 3 to start.
  5. Record all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that are displayed for specified module. Proceed to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) DEFINITIONS for DTC identification and reference for proper DTC testing procedure. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) DEFINITIONS  .
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