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
Instrument Cluster DTCS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1676 | Battery Voltage Out of Range | ICM | GO to PINPOINT TEST A: NO COMMUNICATION WITH THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . |
| B2586 | Head Lamp Mode Circuit Failure | ICM | GO to PINPOINT TEST J: THE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR IS INOPERATIVE . |
| U1041 | SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Vehicle Speed | PCM | CARRY OUT the PCM self-test. |
| U1043 | SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Traction Control | ABS/TC | CARRY OUT the ABS/TC self-test. |
| U1051 | SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Brakes | ABS/TC | CARRY OUT the ABS/TC 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. |
| U1131 | SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Fuel System | REM | GO to PINPOINT TEST B: INCORRECT FUEL GAUGE INDICATION . |
FRONT ELECTRONIC MODULE (FEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1308 | Oil Level Switch Circuit Short to Ground | FEM | GO to PINPOINT TEST D: THE LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR IS INOPERATIVE . |
| B1462 | Safety Belt Switch Circuit Failure | FEM | GO to PINPOINT TEST F: THE SAFETY BELT WARNING INDICATOR IS INOPERATIVE (CHIME IS OPERATIVE)/DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY . |
| B1482 | Wiper Washer Fluid Level Sensor Circuit Short to Ground | FEM | GO to PINPOINT TEST K: THE LOW WASHER FLUID LEVEL INDICATOR IS INOPERATIVE . |
| B2479 | Brake Park Switch Circuit Short to Ground | FEM | GO to PINPOINT TEST I: THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR IS NEVER/ALWAYS ON . |
| C1189 | Brake Fluid Level Sensor Input Short Circuit to Ground | FEM | GO to PINPOINT TEST I: THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR IS NEVER/ALWAYS ON . |
REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE (REM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1201 | Fuel Sender Circuit Failure | REM | GO to PINPOINT TEST B: INCORRECT FUEL GAUGE INDICATION . |
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| P0457 | Fuel Fill Cap Off | PCM | GO to PINPOINT TEST U: THE CHECK FUEL CAP INDICATOR IS INOPERATIVE/ALWAYS ON . |
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.
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