1997 Ford Probe Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Trouble Shooting

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: A New Generation Star (NGS) Tester (007-00500) is required for testing the keyless entry system.

Before performing individual component or system tests, check the following for possible cause of system malfunction.

  • Low Battery Charge
  • Faulty Fuse(s)
  • Loose Or Corroded Connectors
  • Damaged Wiring
  • Damaged Transmitter
  • Faulty Transmitter Batteries
  • Binding Locks Or Latches

Before proceeding with testing, disconnect and reconnect negative battery cable to reset system. If problem remains, connect and operate New Generation Star (NGS) Tester (007-00500) following manufacturer's instructions. Perform data link diagnostics test. See MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article. If NGS responds with NO RESPONSE/NOT EQUIPPED for driver's door module, go to NO COMMUNICATION WITH DRIVER DOOR MODULE under SYMPTOM TESTS  . If NGS responds with NO RESPONSE/NOT EQUIPPED for SCIL control control module, go to NO COMMUNICATION WITH SCIL CONTROL MODULE under SYMPTOM TESTS  .

If data link diagnostics test is passed for driver door or lighting control module(s), retrieve and record continuous Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and execute self-test diagnostics for driver door or lighting control module to retrieve current DTCs. See DIAGNOSTIC TESTS  .

If self-test is passed and no DTCs are retrieved, go to SYMPTOM TESTS  .

DRIVER DOOR MODULE DTC DEFINITIONS

DTC (1) Description
B1342  ECU Defective
B1396  Power Door Lock Short To Voltage
B1525  Keyless Entry Short To Voltage
B1554  Decklid Release Short To Ground
B1676  Battery Voltage Out Of Range
(1) For DTCs not listed here, see the MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article.
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