2000 Ford ZX2 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Test C: Remote Anti-Theft Personality Module Does Not Respond To Scan Tool

  1. Turn ignition off. Disconnect Remote Anti-Theft Personality (RAP) module 26-pin connector C405. Inspect RAP module 26-pin connector C405 for loose, damaged or corroded terminals. Repair connector as necessary and retest system for normal operation. If connector is okay, go to next step.
  2. Measure resistance of Orange/Blue wire between terminal No. 3 at RAP module connector C405 and terminal No. 7 at DLC. See Figure and Fig 1 . If resistance is less than 5 ohms, replace RAP module and retest system for normal operation. If resistance is 5 ohms or more, go to next step.
  3. Disconnect 17-pin in-line connector C222 (Black) located behind left side of instrument panel, near fuse block. See Figure . Measure resistance of Orange/Blue wire between terminal No. 6 at in-line connector C222 and terminal No. 7 at DLC. See Figure and Fig 2 . If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair open in Orange/Blue wire between in-line connector C222 and RAP module connector C405. Retest system for normal operation. If resistance is 5 ohms or more, repair Orange/Blue wire between in-line connector C222 and DLC.
Fig 1: Identifying RAP Module Connector C405 Terminals
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