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.
2009 Ford Taurus SEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component testing procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
COMPONENT TESTING PROCEDURE
| Circuit to test | Connect self-powered test light or ohmmeter to terminals | Move switch to these positions | A good switch will indicate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power and Ground Checks before any other tests | 10 and 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9 | Rest | Open circuit |
| 6 and 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9 | Rest | Closed circuit | |
| Front height circuit | 10 and 1 6 and 7 |
Up | Closed circuit |
| 10 and 7 6 and 1 |
Down | Closed circuit | |
| Rear height circuit | 10 and 4 6 and 5 |
Up | Closed circuit |
| 10 and 5 6 and 4 |
Down | Closed circuit | |
| Forward/rearward circuit | 10 and 8 6 and 9 |
Rearward | Closed circuit |
| 10 and 9 6 and 8 |
Forward | Closed circuit | |
| Backrest circuit | 10 and 3 6 and 2 |
Rearward | Closed circuit |
| 10 and 2 6 and 3 |
Forward | Closed circuit |
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.
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