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
Steering Column Switches DTCS
FRONT ELECTRONIC MODULE (FEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action/Go to |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1294 | Battery Power Relay Circuit Short to Battery | FEM | Refer to Switched System Power (SSP) Relay Index. |
| B1342 | ECU Is Defective | FEM | INSTALL a new FEM. Refer to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULE . REPEAT the self-test. CLEAR the DTCs. |
| B1558 | Ignition Run/Start Circuit Short to Ground | FEM | PINPOINT TEST D |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | FEM | Refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| U1262 | SCP (J1850) Communication Bus Fault | - | Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK . |
| - | All Other DTC's | FEM | 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:
- • 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.