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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CONTOUR LX, 2.5 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 19 (MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK)COMMUNICATION NETWORK DIAGNOSTICSRETRIEVING PARAMETER IDENTIFICATION (PID) INFORMATION
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Retrieving Parameter Identification (PID) Information
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Retrieving Parameter Identification (PID) Information
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
This procedure may be used to verify operation of inputs and outputs for a selected module.
- Connect New Generation Star (NGS) scan tester on Data Link Connector (DLC) and perform proper hook-up procedure. See EQUIPMENT HOOK-UP under COMMUNICATION NETWORK DIAGNOSTICS
.NOTE: If instructed to retrieve PID from a specified test procedure, ensure ignition switch is in proper position as listed in test procedure. The Driver's Door Module (DDM), Driver's Seat Module (DSM), Passenger's Seat Module (PSM) and Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Control (SCIL) module may perform function with ignition switch in positions other than the ON position. All other modules require ignition switch to be in ON position or the test will fail.
- Turn ignition switch to ON position unless otherwise instructed by specified test procedure. Rotate dial on scan tester to DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK menu and press trigger.
- Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight the desired module you wish to access and press trigger. Rotate dial on scan tester to PID/DATA MONITOR AND RECORD and press trigger.
- Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight the PID acronyms you wish to view and press trigger. Repeat this procedure until all desired PIDs are selected. When all PID acronyms have been selected, press 7 button to view all selected PIDs.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.