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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.

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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2003WINDSTAR BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESMODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK SYSTEMGENERAL PROCEDURESCOMMUNICATION CIRCUIT WIRING REPAIRSPECIAL TOOL(S)

2003 Ford Windstar Base

Special Tool(s)

2003 Ford Windstar BaseSECTION Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Special Tool Chart

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Strip the wires.

Fig 2: Measuring Striped Wires
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Use rosin core mildly activated (RMA) solder, not acid core solder.

Solder the wires.
1. Install the heat shrink tube.
2. Twist the wires together.
3. Solder the wires together.
  
  Fig 3: Twisting Wires Together
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Wait for the solder to cool before moving the wires.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.