1996 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 X, 4WD, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Retrieving Trouble Codes

Use New Generation Star (NGS) Tester (007-00500) connected to Data Link Connector (DLC), located below instrument panel at right of steering column, to retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and execute self-test diagnostics for Generic Electronic Module (GEM).

If self-test passed and no trouble codes are retrieved, go to appropriate test to continue diagnostics. If DTCs are retrieved, go to appropriate test.

DTC DESCRIPTIONS

DTC Description Action
B1302, B1405 Accessory Delay is Not Timing Out GO to ACCESSORY DELAY NOT TIMING OUTΒ 
B1398, B1400, B1404, B1410 One-Touch Down Feature Inoperative GO to ONE-TOUCH DOWN FEATURE INOPERATIVEΒ 
B1302, B1398, B1404, B1405, B1408, B1410, B1478 Power Windows Completely Inoperative GO to POWER WINDOWS COMPLETELY INOPERATIVEΒ 
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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