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.
2002 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Information And Message Center DTCS
MESSAGE CENTER MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1205 | EIC Switch 1 Assembly Circuit Failure | MCM | GO to PINPOINT TEST D: THE MESSAGE CENTER SWITCH DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY . |
| B1676 | Battery Voltage Out of Range | MCM | GO to PINPOINT TEST A: NO COMMUNICATION WITH THE MESSAGE CENTER MODULE (MCM) . |
| U2013 | Compass Module - No Response | MCM | GO to PINPOINT TEST B: THE COMPASS IS INOPERATIVE . |
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| U1041 | SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Vehicle Speed | PCM | CARRY OUT the PCM self-test. |
| U1073 | SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Engine Coolant | PCM | CARRY OUT the PCM self-test. |
| U1123 | SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Odometer | ABS/TC | CARRY OUT the ABS/TC self-test. |
| U2013 | Compass Module - No Response | ICM | GO to PINPOINT TEST D: THE MESSAGE CENTER SWITCH DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY . |
FRONT ELECTRONIC MODULE (FEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1254 | Air Temperature External Sensor Circuit Failure | FEM | GO to PINPOINT TEST E: THE INDICATOR DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY - OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY . |
REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE (REM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B2570 | Right Lamp Outage Signal Circuit Short to Ground | REM | GO to PINPOINT TEST G: THE LAMPOUT WARNING INDICATOR IS INOPERATIVE . |
| B2571 | Left Lamp Outage Signal Circuit Short to Ground | REM | GO to PINPOINT TEST G: THE LAMPOUT WARNING INDICATOR IS INOPERATIVE . |
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.