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.
2000 Ford Taurus SELFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
AUTOLAMP System DTCS
AUTOLAMP SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|
| B1472 | Headlamp Input Circuit Short To Ground | E |
| B1696 | Autolamp On Circuit Short To Ground | E |
| B1790 | Photocell & Amplifier Input Circuit Failure | E |
| B2249 | Headlamp Output Relay Driver Short To Battery | C |
| B2251 | Parklamp Output Relay Driver Circuit Failure | If parking lights are inoperative, perform TEST D: PARKING LIGHTS INOPERATIVE WITH AUTOLAMPS ON . If parking lights are on continuously, perform TEST E: HEADLIGHTS ALWAYS ON . |
| B2252 | Parklamp Output Relay Driver Short To Battery | D |
| B2598 | Headlamp Output Relay Driver Circuit Failure | If headlights are inoperative, perform TEST C: HEADLIGHTS INOPERATIVE WITH AUTOLAMPS ON under SYSTEM TESTS. If headlights are on continuously, perform TEST E: HEADLIGHTS ALWAYS ON under SYSTEM TESTS. |
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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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