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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CONTOUR LX, 2.5 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 19 (MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK)TESTINGTEST L: NO RESPONSE FROM STEERING COLUMN/IGNITION/LIGHTING CONTROL (SCIL) MODULE
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Test L: No Response From Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Control (SCIL) Module
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Test L: No Response From Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Control (SCIL) Module
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- Ensure ignition switch is in OFF position. Disconnect connector C288 from SCIL module. See Figure . SCIL module is located behind passenger's side of instrument panel, to the right of glove box. SCIL module contains one 16-pin connector, one 22-pin connector and two 26-pin connectors.
- Using ohmmeter, check resistance between terminal No. 1 (Tan/Orange wire) on connector C288 and terminal No. 2 (Tan/Orange wire) on Data Link Connector (DLC). See Fig 1 . Note resistance and go to next step.
- Using ohmmeter, check resistance between terminal No. 2 (Pink/Light Blue wire) on connector C288 and terminal No. 10 (Pink/Light Blue wire) on DLC. See Figure . Note resistance and go to next step.
- If resistance is 5 ohms or less on both circuits, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms on any circuit, repair open circuit on Tan/Orange wire or Pink/Light Blue wire between connector C288 and DLC. Repeat TEST A .
- Inspect terminals No. 1 and 2 on connector C288 for damage. Also inspect corresponding pins on SCIL module for damage. If terminals on connector C288 and pins on SCIL module are okay, replace SCIL module. Repeat TEST A . If terminals on connector C288 or pins on SCIL module are damaged, repair as needed. Repeat TEST A .
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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.