2000 Ford Excursion 7.3 F, RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Power Door Locks & Remote Keyless Entry Systems DTCS

POWER DOOR LOCKS & REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST

DTC Description Perform Test
B1217 Horn Relay Coil Circuit Failure J
B1218 Horn Relay Coil Circuit Short To Power J
B1300 Power Door Lock Circuit Failure D
B1310 Power Door Unlock Circuit Failure D
B1396 Power Door Lock Circuit Short To Power D
B1397 Power Door Unlock Circuit Short To Power D
B1526 Keyless Entry Circuit Short To Ground G
B1982 Driver Door Unlock Relay Circuit Failure F
B1983 Driver Door Unlock Relay Circuit Short To Power F
B2425 Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter Out Of Synchronization I
C1182 Park Light Flash Relay Circuit Failure J
C1183 Park Light Flash Relay Circuit Short To Power J
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.