Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Inspection and Verification
NOTE: Upon installation of a new GEM, the module must be reconfigured. For additional information, refer to Section.
1. The warning lamps are a GEM controlled system; refer to Section.
2. Verify the customer concern by operating the system in question.
3. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart
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4. If the concern remains after the inspection, connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector (DLC) located beneath the instrument panel and select the vehicle to be tested from the diagnostic tool menu. If the diagnostic tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
- check that the program card is correctly installed.
- check the connections to the vehicle.
- check the ignition switch position.
5. If the diagnostic tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, refer to the diagnostic tool manual.
6. Carry out the Data Link Diagnostic Test. If the diagnostic tool responds with:
- CKT914, CKT915 or CKT70 = ALL ECUS NO RESP/NOT EQUIP, refer to Section.
- NO RESP/NOT EQUIP for GEM, go to Pinpoint Test A.
- NO RESP/NOT EQUIP for RCM, refer to Section.
- SYSTEM PASSED, retrieve and record the continuous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), erase the continuous DTCs and carry out self-test diagnostics for the GEM.
7. If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the GEM Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index to continue diagnostics.
8. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, proceed to the Symptom Chart to continue diagnostics.
9. If the DTCs retrieved are for the RCM, refer to Section.
GEM Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Index
DTC | Description | Source | Action |
B1340 | Chime Input Request Circuit Short to Ground | GEM | Go To Pinpoint Test C . |
B1342 | ECU Is Defective | GEM | CLEAR the DTCs. TEST the
system for normal operation.
RETRIEVE the DTCs. If DTC B1342 is retrieved, INSTALL a new GEM. |
B1353 | Ignition Key-In Circuit Open | GEM | Go To Pinpoint Test B . |
B1462 | Safety Belt Switch Circuit Failure | GEM | Go To Pinpoint Test F . |
Symptom Chart
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Principles of Operation
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
The key-in-ignition warning chime activates when the generic
electronic module (GEM) detects the
ignition switch circuits are in the OFF or ACC states and when the ...
Pinpoint Tests
CAUTION: Before removing and installing the generic electronic
module (GEM) or its
connectors, disconnect the battery. Failure to follow this caution will
result in the GEM storing
many erro ...
Other materials:
Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be carried out at
specified intervals. Any
recognized adverse condition should be corrected as soon as possible.
Maximum Oil Change Interval (Normal Schedule)
8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 6 months, whiche ...
Transmission Cooling
Inspection and Verification
WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap under any conditions while the engine
is
operating. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury
and/or damage to
the cooling system or engine. To avoid having scaldin ...
Suction Accumulator
NOTE: Installation of a new suction accumulator is not required when
repairing the air conditioning
system except when there is physical evidence of contamination from a failed A/C
compressor or
damage to the suction accumulator.
In addition to th ...