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.
2003 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Parking Aid Systems DTCS
PARKING AID MODULE (PAM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action/Go to |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1299 | Power Supply Sensor Circuit Short to Ground | PAM | PINPOINT TEST A |
| B1342 | ECU is Defective | PAM | CLEAR the DTCs. RETRIEVE the DTCs. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new PAM; Refer to MODULE - PARKING AID . TEST the system for normal operation. |
| B2373 | LED #1 Circuit Short to Battery | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | PAM | Refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| C1699 | Left Rear Sensor Circuit Short to Vbat | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1700 | Left Rear Sensor Circuit Failure | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1701 | Left Rear Sensor Circuit Fault | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1702 | Right Rear Sensor Circuit Short to Vbat | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1703 | Right Rear Sensor Circuit Failure | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1704 | Right Rear Sensor Circuit Fault | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1705 | Left Rear Center Sensor Circuit Short to Vbat | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1706 | Left Rear Center Sensor Circuit Failure | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1707 | Left Rear Center Sensor Fault | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1708 | Right Rear Center Sensor Circuit Short to Vbat | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1709 | Right Rear Center Sensor Circuit Failure | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1710 | Right Rear Center Sensor Fault | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1742 | Rear Sounder Circuit Failure | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1743 | Rear Sounder Circuit Short to Vbat | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1748 | Switch Input Circuit Short to Gnd | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
| C1920 | LED #1 Circuit Failure | PAM | PINPOINT TEST C |
REAR ELECTRONIC MODULE (REM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action/Go to |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1332 | Decklid Ajar Rear Door Circuit Open | REM | Refer to INTERIOR LIGHTING . |
| B1342 | ECU Is Defective | REM | REPLACE the REM. Refer to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULE . REPEAT the self-test. CLEAR the DTCs. |
| U1262 | SCP (J1850) Communication Bus Fault | - | Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK . |
| - | All Other DTC's | REM | Refer to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULE . |
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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
