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
Test D: All Door Locks Operate From One Switch Only
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Tracer and 1997 Ford Escort. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect inoperative door lock switch. Test door lock switch. See DOOR LOCK SWITCH TEST under COMPONENT TESTS. If left door lock switch is inoperative, go to next step. If right door lock switch is inoperative, go to step 3). If switch is not okay, replace switch.
- Measure resistance between ground and master window/door lock switch harness connector Black wire. See Fig 1 . Resistance should be less than 5 ohms. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair Blue or Gray wire between master window/door lock switch harness connector and door lock relay connector. See WIRING DIAGRAM . If resistance is not less than 5 ohms, repair Black wire between master window/door lock switch harness connector and ground.
- Measure resistance between ground and right window/door lock switch harness connector Black wire. See Fig 2 . Resistance should be less than 5 ohms. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair Blue or Gray wire between right window/door lock switch harness connector and door lock relay connector. See WIRING DIAGRAM . If resistance is not less than 5 ohms, repair Black wire between right window/door lock switch harness connector and ground.
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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.