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Diagnostic Command

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: This procedure may be used to verify operation of the system controlled by the module being tested.
  1. Connect New Generation Star (NGS) scan tester on Data Link Connector (DLC) and perform proper hook-up procedure. See EQUIPMENT HOOK-UP under COMMUNICATION NETWORK DIAGNOSTICS  .
    NOTE: If you are instructed here from a specified test procedure, ensure ignition switch is in proper position as listed in test procedure. The Driver's Door Module (DDM), Driver's Seat Module (DSM), Passenger's Seat Module (PSM) and Steering Column/Ignition/Lighting Control (SCIL) module may perform function with ignition switch in positions other than the ON position. All other modules require ignition switch to be in ON position or the test will fail.
  2. Turn ignition switch to ON position unless otherwise instructed by specified test procedure. Rotate dial on scan tester to DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK menu and press trigger.
  3. Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight the desired module you wish to access and press trigger. Rotate dial on scan tester to highlight ACTIVE/COMMAND modes and press trigger.
  4. Rotate dial on scan tester to selected command and press trigger.
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