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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CONTOUR LX, 2.5 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 50 (REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM)SYSTEM TESTINGDOOR LOCK SYSTEM DOES NOT OPERATE
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Door Lock System Does Not Operate
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Door Lock System Does Not Operate
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Probe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn ignition off. Inspect ROOM (15-amp) and METER (15-amp) fuses located in interior fuse box. If fuses are okay, go to step 4). If either fuse is blown, go to next step.
- Replace blown fuse(s). Turn ignition on. If fuse(s) fail again, go to next step. If fuses are okay, go to step 4).
- Turn ignition off. Disconnect REM connector and interior fuse panel connector C2. See Fig 1 . Measure resistance between Blue/Red wire at interior fuse panel C2 connector and ground. Measure resistance between Black/Yellow wire at interior fuse panel C2 connector and ground. If resistances are less than 5 ohms, repair wire(s) in question. If resistances are more than 5 ohms, replace fuse(s) and go to next step.
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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.