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.
1999 Ford Taurus SHOFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Remote Keyless Entry Systems DTCS
GENERIC ELECTRONIC MODULE (GEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| B1300 | Power Door Lock Circuit Failure |
| B1309 | Power Door Lock Sense Circuit Short To Ground |
| B1310 | Power Door Unlock Circuit Failure |
| B1342 | ECU Failure |
| B1371 | Illuminated Entry Relay Coil Circuit Failure |
| B1373 | Illuminated Entry Relay Circuit Short To Battery |
| B1397 | Power Door Unlock Circuit Short To Battery |
| B1607 | Illuminated Entry Input Circuit Failure |
| B1610 | Illuminated Entry Input Circuit Short To Ground |
| B1830 | Door Unlock/Disarm Switch Circuit Failure |
| B1833 | Door Unlock/Disarm Switch Circuit Short To Ground |
| B1834 | Door Unlock/Disarm Switch Output Circuit Failure |
| B1836 | Door Unlock/Disarm Switch Output Circuit Short To Battery |
REMOTE ANTI-THEFT PERSONALITY (RAP) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|
| B1485 | Brake Pedal Input Short To Battery | TEST H |
| B1526 | Keypad Short To Ground (Any Circuit) | TEST C |
| B1629 | Transmission Reverse Input Short To Battery | TEST H |
| B2425 | Remote Keyless Entry Out Of Synchronization | TEST D |
Factory Service Tools
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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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