1999 Mercury Tracer LS, 4D Sedan, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

System Tests: Notes

Before beginning any system testing, perform PRELIMINARY PROCEDUREΒ  under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. If no DTCs are retrieved in preliminary procedure, go to appropriate system test in SYSTEM TEST INDEXΒ  table.

SYSTEM TEST INDEX

Symptom Perform System Test
All Door Locks Are Inoperative (Driver's Door Only Remote System) AΒ 
All Door Locks Are Inoperative Using Remote Transmitter-All Door System BΒ 
Luggage Compartment Door Is Inoperative Using Remote Transmitter And Luggage Compartment Door Release Switch CΒ 
No Communication With RAP Module DΒ 
DTC 2425 EΒ 
Horn Chirp Is Inoperative In Program Mode (On Vehicles Sold In Mexico) FΒ 
Single Door Lock Is Inoperative (Driver's Door Only remote System) GΒ 
Illuminated Entry Does Not Operate Using Remote Transmitter (1)
Panic Alarm Feature Does Not Operate Properly - Lock And Unlock Operate Properly Using Remote Transmitter (2)
Luggage compartment Lid Is Inoperative Using Luggage Compartment Lid Release Switch. (3)
(1) See appropriate wiring diagram in ILLUMINATION/INTERIOR LIGHTS article. Repair or replace wiring as necessary.
(2) See appropriate ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM article to continue diagnosis.
(3) See appropriate POWER DOOR LOCKS & TRUNK RELEASE article to continue diagnosis.
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  • 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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