Safety Warning
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.
1997 Ford Probe Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Auto-Lock Does Not Operate Properly
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.
- Check message center DRIVER SETTINGS menu to verify auto-lock is not turned OFF. If auto-lock is turned ON, go to next step. If auto-lock is turned OFF, turn auto-lock ON through message center, then retest system.
- Using NGS tester, perform driver's door module SELF-TEST. If DTCs U1041, U1059, U1135 or U1199 are not retrieved, go to next step. If DTCs U1041, U1059, U1135 or U1199 are retrieved, go to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article to diagnose network concern.
- Using NGS tester, access driver's door module active command DOOR LOCK CONTROL. Trigger LOCK on. Trigger UNLOCK on. If doors lock and unlock, replace driver's door module, then retest system. If doors do not lock and unlock, go to DOOR LOCKS & TRUNK RELEASE - POWER article.
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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.
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