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2001 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Sliding Door Module DTCS
LEFT POWER SLIDING DOOR MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|
| B1342 | ECU Defective | Clear and document all DTCs. Perform Left Power Sliding Door Module (LPSDM) self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, replace LPSDM. See LEFT POWER SLIDING DOOR MODULE . |
| B2238 | Broken Cable Detected | D |
| B2270 (Repair all other DTCs before proceeding with this test) |
Power Sliding Door Exceeded Time Allowed To Cinch Door | Exceeded time allowed to reach primary latch position after reaching secondary latch position, E |
| B2271 (Repair all other DTCs before proceeding with this test) |
Power Sliding Door Did Not Reach Full Open Position During Self-Test | F |
| B2362 | Remote Key Fob Open/Close Signal Circuit Short To Ground | X |
| B2363 | Position Sensor System Failure | G |
| B2364 | Fuel Filler Door Open Circuit | H |
| B2365 | "B" Pillar Open/Close Switch Circuit Short To Ground | I |
| B2366 | Power Sliding Door Open/Close Switch Circuit Short To Ground | J |
| B2374 | Power Sliding Door Detent Switch Circuit Short To Ground | K |
| B2483 | Park Enable Signal Open Circuit | L |
| B2589 | No Power Sliding Door Detent Switch Detected On Closing & Door Reversed | M |
| B2591 | No Power Sliding Door Detent Switch Detected On Unlatch | N |
| B2592 | Door Not Pulled Into Primary During Power Close & High Duty Cycles | O |
| B2593 (Repair all other DTCs before proceeding with this test) |
Door Reversed While Closing Due To An Obstacle | P |
| B2594 | No Movement Detected After An Unlatch During Power Open Operation | Q |
| B2603 | Power Sliding Door Not Fully Closed During Self-Test | R |
| B2604 | Power Sliding Door On/Off Switch Open Circuit | S |
| B2605 | Disable Signal Open Circuit - Vehicle Speed Over 6 MPH | T |
RIGHT POWER SLIDING DOOR MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|
| B1342 | ECU Defective | Clear and document all DTCs. Perform Right Power Sliding Door Module (RPSDM) self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, replace RPSDM. See RIGHT POWER SLIDING DOOR MODULE . |
| B2238 | Broken Cable Detected | D |
| B2270 (Repair all other DTCs before proceeding with this test) |
Power Sliding Door Exceeded Time Allowed To Cinch Door | Exceeded the time allowed to reach primary latch position after reaching secondary latch position, E |
| B2271 (Repair all other DTCs before proceeding with this test) |
Power Sliding Door Did Not Reach Full Open Position During Self-Test | F |
| B2362 | Remote Key Fob Open/Close Signal Circuit Short To Ground | X |
| B2363 | Position Sensor System Failure | G |
| B2365 | "B" Pillar Open/Close Switch Circuit Short To Ground | I |
| B2366 | Power Sliding Door Open/Close Switch Circuit Short To Ground | J |
| B2374 | Power Sliding Door Detent Switch Circuit Short To Ground | K |
| B2483 | Park Enable Signal Open Circuit | L |
| B2589 | No Power Sliding Door Detent Switch Detected On Closing & Door Reversed | M |
| B2591 | No Power Sliding Door Detent Switch Detected On Unlatch | N |
| B2592 | Door Not Pulled Into Primary During Power Close & High Duty Cycles | O |
| B2593 (Repair all other DTCs before proceeding with this test) |
Door Reversed While Closing Due To An Obstacle | P |
| B2594 | No Movement Detected After An Unlatch During Power Open Operation | Q |
| B2603 | Power Sliding Door Not Fully Closed During Self-Test | R |
| B2604 | Power Sliding Door On/Off Switch Open Circuit | S |
| B2605 | Disable Signal Open Circuit - Vehicle Speed Over 6 MPH | T |
REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|
| B1342 | ECU Defective | Clear and document all DTCs. Perform Rear Electronic Module (REM) self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, replace REM. See REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE |
| B2553 | Disable Signal Output Circuit Short To Battery | Repair other DTCs or diagnose by symptoms See SYSTEM TESTS |
| B2556 | Enable Signal Circuit Short To Battery | Repair other DTCs or diagnose by symptoms See SYMPTOM INDEX |
| B2557 | Left Power Sliding Door Open/Close Output Circuit Short To Battery | X |
| B2558 | Right Power Sliding Door Open/Close Output Circuit Short To Battery | X |
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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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