2000 Lincoln ContinentalFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

AUTOLAMP Systems DTCS

LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST

DTC Description Perform Test
B1312 Headlight Input Circuit Short To Voltage B
B1342 ECU Defective Using NGS tester, retrieve and document continuous DTCs. Clear all DTCs. Perform Lighting Control Module (LCM) self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, replace LCM.
B1483 Brake Pedal Input Circuit Failure G
B1509 Flash-To-Pass Switch Circuit Short To Voltage E
B1555 Ignition RUN/START Circuit Failure S
B1566 Door Ajar Circuit Short To Ground Q
B1569 Headlight High Beam Circuit Short To Voltage C
B1577 Parking Light Input Circuit Short To Voltage K
B1590 Autolamp Delay Increase Circuit Short To Ground F
B1594 Autolamp Delay Decrease Circuit Short To Ground F
B1807 Taillight Output Circuit Open K
DRIVER'S DOOR MODULE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST

DTC Description Perform Test
B1319 Driver's Door Ajar Circuit Failure Q
B1342 ECU Defective Using NGS tester, retrieve and document all continuous DTCs. Clear DTCs. Perform Driver's Door Module (DDM) self-test. If DTC B1342 is retrieved again, replace DDM.
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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.