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
Wiper/Washer Systems DTCS
FRONT ELECTRONIC MODULE (FEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Source | Action/Go to |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1241 | Wiper Washer Rear Pump Relay Circuit Short to Battery | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST E: THE WASHER PUMP IS INOPERATIVE - FRONT AND REAR . |
| B1244 | Wiper Rear Motor Run Relay Circuit Failure | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST B: THE WIPERS ARE INOPERATIVE - REAR WIPERS . |
| B1245 | Wiper Rear Motor Run Relay Circuit Short to Battery | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST B: THE WIPERS ARE INOPERATIVE - REAR WIPERS . |
| B1431 | Wiper Brake/Run Relay Circuit Failure | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST A: THE WIPERS ARE INOPERATIVE - FRONT WIPERS . |
| B1432 | Wiper Brake/Run Relay Circuit Short to Battery | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST A: THE WIPERS ARE INOPERATIVE - FRONT WIPERS . |
| B1436 | Wiper High/Low Speed Relay Coil Circuit Short to Battery | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST G: THE HIGH/LOW WIPER SPEEDS DO NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY . |
| B1438 | Wiper Mode Select Switch Circuit Failure | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST A: THE WIPERS ARE INOPERATIVE - FRONT WIPERS . |
| B1446 | Wiper Park Sense Circuit Failure | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST D: THE INTERMITTENT WIPER SPEED DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY . |
| B1448 | Wiper Park Sense Circuit Short to Battery | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST D: THE INTERMITTENT WIPER SPEED DOES NOT OPERATE CORRECTLY . |
| B1450 | Wiper Wash/Delay Switch Circuit Failure | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST A: THE WIPERS ARE INOPERATIVE - FRONT WIPERS . |
| B1460 | Wiper Washer Pump Motor Relay Coil Circuit Short to Battery | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST E: THE WASHER PUMP IS INOPERATIVE - FRONT AND REAR . |
| B1482 | Wiper Washer Fluid Level Sensor Circuit Short to Ground | FEM | Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . |
| B1611 | Wiper Rear Mode Select Switch Circuit Failure | FEM | Go to PINPOINT TEST B: THE WIPERS ARE INOPERATIVE - REAR WIPERS . |
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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