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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CROWN VICTORIA BASE, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEBODY, CAB CONTROL SYSTEMSMODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK SYSTEMCOMMUNICATION NETWORK DIAGNOSTICSCLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES
1997 Ford Crown Victoria Base, 4.6 W
Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
1997 Ford Crown Victoria Base, 4.6 WSECTION Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
- Connect New Generation Star (NGS) scan tester on Data Link Connector (DLC) and perform proper hook-up procedure. See EQUIPMENT HOOK-UP.NOTE: If instructed to clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from a specified test procedure, ensure ignition is in proper position as listed in test procedure.
- Turn ignition switch to RUN 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. Ensure DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODES is highlighted and press trigger.
- Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight RETRIEVE/CLEAR CONTINUOUS DTC and press trigger. Press button No. 3 to start.
- To clear an individual DTC from a selected module, rotate dial on scan tool to highlight the DTC to be cleared. Press button No. 8. This will clear only that DTC from that module.
- To clear all DTCs from a selected module, press button No. 7. This clears all DTCs from that module.
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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.