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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 472 (INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SYSTEM)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGINSTRUMENT CLUSTERINSPECTION AND VERIFICATIONNOTES
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Inspection and Verification: Notes
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Notes
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- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical Electrical - Engine oil level
- Door adjustment
- Engine coolant level
- Fuel tank
- Fuel evaporative system
- Low alternative fuel or gasoline
- Fuel tank(s)
- Central junction box (CJB) fuse(s):
- 2 (10A)
- 33 (15A)
- 35 (10A)
- 41 (10A)
- 45 (10A)
- Miniature bulb(s)
- Circuitry
- Instrument cluster
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the concern remains after the inspection, connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector and select the vehicle to be tested from the diagnostic tool menu. If the diagnostic tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
- check that the program card is correctly installed.
- check the connections to the vehicle.
- check the ignition switch position.
- If the diagnostic tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the diagnostic tool operating manual.
- Carry out the diagnostic tool data link test. If the diagnostic tool responds with:
- CAN or UBP circuit fault; all electronic control units no response/not equipped, refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK .
- No response/not equipped for the vehicle security module, refer to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES . For the anti-lock brake system (ABS), refer to VEHICLE DYNAMIC SYSTEMS . For the restraint control module (RCM), refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
- System passed, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs and carry out self-test diagnostics for the instrument cluster.
- If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX or the RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX .
- If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to SYMPTOM CHART .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1201 | Fuel Sender Circuit Failure | Instrument Cluster | GO to PIN POINT TEST B . |
| B1204 | Fuel Sender Circuit Short To Ground | Instrument Cluster | GO to PIN POINT TEST B . |
| B1205 | EIC Switch 2 Assembly Circuit Failure | Instrument Cluster | CHECK for proper assembly of the outer and inner instrument cluster bezels. If the bezels are installed correctly, INSTALL a new instrument cluster. REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . If the bezels are not installed correctly, REPAIR the bezels. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. |
| B1317 | Battery Voltage High | Instrument Cluster | REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION . |
| B1318 | Battery Voltage Low | Instrument Cluster | REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION . |
| B1342 | ECU is Defective | Instrument Cluster | INSTALL a new instrument cluster. REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . TEST the system for normal operation. |
| B1360 | Ignition Run/Ace Circuit Open | Instrument Cluster | GO to PIN POINT TEST A . |
| B2143 | NVM Memory Failure | Instrument Cluster | GO to PIN POINT TEST U . |
| B2477 | Instrument Cluster Configuration Failure | Instrument Cluster | CHECK for correct configuration. REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| B2658 | Wait To Start Warning Indicator Circuit Open | Instrument Cluster | GO to PIN POINT TEST S . |
| C1284 | Oil Pressure Switch Failure | Instrument Cluster | GO to PIN POINT TEST D . |
| All Other DTCs | - | Instrument Cluster | REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES . |
RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) INDEX
| DTC | Description | Source | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1869 | Lamp Air Bag Warning Indicator Circuit Open | Restraint Control Module | GO to PIN POINT TEST N . |
| B1870 | Lamp Air Bag Warning Indicator Circuit Short to Battery | Restraint Control Module | GO to PIN POINT TEST N . |
| All Other DTCs | - | Restraint Control Module | REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES . |
| P0500 | Vehicle Speed Signal (VSS) Malfunction | PCM | REFER to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article. |
| P0623 | Dual Generator Battery Lamp Circuit Fault Detected | PCM | GO to PIN POINT TEST M . |
| P1639 | PCM Configuration Failure | PCM | CHECK for correct configuration. REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| All Other DTCs | - | PCM | REFER to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article. |
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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.