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Test B: Central Security Module Does Not Respond To NGS Tester

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NOTE: After making any repair, perform data link diagnostic test. See DATA LINK DIAGNOSTIC TEST  under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
  1. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Disconnect central security module Black 26-pin harness connector C274a. Central security module is located behind left side of instrument panel. Inspect central security module harness connector for loose, damaged or corroded terminals. If problem does not exist with harness connector, go to next step. If problem exists with harness connector, repair as necessary.
  2. Measure resistance in Light Blue/White wire between central security module harness connector C274a terminal No. 3 and Data Link Connector (DLC) terminal No. 7. See Figure and Fig 1 . If resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is 5 ohms or less, go to step  5.
  3. Disconnect in-line 16-pin harness connector C213. See Fig 2. Inspect both halves of harness connector for loose, damaged or corroded terminals. If problem does not exist with harness connector, go to next step. If problem exists with harness connector, repair as necessary.
  4. Measure resistance in Light Blue/White wire between DLC harness connector No. 7 and female half of in-line harness connector C213 terminal No. 16. See Fig 1 and Fig 3 . If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in Light Blue/White wire between female half of in-line harness connector C213 and DLC. If resistance is 5 ohms or less, repair open in Light Blue/White wire between central security module and male half of in-line harness connector C213.
  5. Disconnect all central security module harness connectors. Inspect central security module for loose, damaged or corroded terminals. If problem exists with harness connector, repair as necessary. If problem does not exist with harness connector, connect all central security module harness connectors and retest system. If central security module responds to NGS tester, system is functioning properly. If central security module does not respond to NGS tester, replace central security module. See CENTRAL SECURITY MODULE  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
Fig 1: Identifying Generic Electronic Module & Central Security Module Harness Connector Terminals
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Fig 2: Locating In-Line Connectors C213 & C265
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Fig 3: Identifying In-Line Harness Connectors C213 & C146 Terminals (Male Side)
G97C28805Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.