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.
2007 Ford Taurus SEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Information And Message DTCS
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|
| B1205 | IC Switch 1 Assembly Circuit Failure | Go to Pinpoint Test D . |
| B1208 | IC Switch 1 Assembly Circuit Failure Short to Ground | Go to Pinpoint Test D . |
| B1255 | Air Temperature External Sensor Circuit Open | Go to Pinpoint Test F . |
| B1257 | Air Temperature External Sensor Circuit Short to Ground | Go to Pinpoint Test F . |
| B1342 | ECU is Faulted | INSTALL a new instrument cluster. REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER article. |
| B2097 | Compass Module Failure | INSTALL a new compass module. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. |
| U2013 | Compass Module Not Responding | Go to Pinpoint Test B . |
| All other DTCs | - | REFER to MULTIFUNCTION ELECTRONIC MODULES 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.
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