Coast, Resume Or Off Function Inoperative

1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Coast, Resume Or Off Function Inoperative

Unplug servo connector. Measure resistance between pins No. 5 and 6 of servo connector while depressing each function switch and rotating steering wheel. If all resistance readings are as specified, replace servo. See CONTROL SWITCH RESISTANCES TABLE.

CONTROL SWITCH RESISTANCES

Button Depressed Ohms
COAST 115-125
OFF 0-4
RESUME 2090-2310
SET/ACCEL 645-715

If one or more (but not all) resistance readings are not as specified, replace control switch assembly. If all resistance readings are not as specified, check control switch circuit for open or short.

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