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.
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.
