traction control FORD MUSTANG 2003 Owner's Manual

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster (10849) consists of the following components:
Instrument Cluster—
Base 3.8L Engine
SECTION 413-
01: Instrument Cluster 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Item Part
Number Description
1 — Fuel gauge
2 — Engine coolant temperature gauge
3 — Speedometer
4 — Turn signal/hazard indicator
5 — High beam indicator
6 — Tachometer
7 — Odometer
8 — Trip odometer reset button
9 — Voltmeter gauge
10 — Oil pressure gauge
11 — CHECK FUEL CAP indicator
12 — BRAKE warning indicator
13 — ABS warning indicator
14 — Traction control indicator
15 — Overdrive off (O/D OFF) indicator (automatic Klj . 1 ba
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Instrument Cluster—
Cobra 14 — Traction control indicator
15 — Overdrive off (O/D OFF) indicator (automatic
transmission)
16 — LOW FUEL level indicator
17 — SERVICE ENGINE SOON indicator
18 — THEFT indicator
19 — AIR BAG warning indicator
20 — Charging system indicator
21 — Safety belt warning indicator
Item Part
Number Description
1 — Fuel gauge
2 — Engine coolant temperature gauge
3 — Speedometer
4 — Turn signal/hazard indicator
5 — High beam indicator
6 — Tachometer
7 — Odometer
8 — Trip odometer reset button
9 — Boost gauge
10 — Oil pressure gauge
11 — CHECK FUEL CAP indicator
12 — BRAKE warning indicator Klj . 3 ba
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13 — ABS warning indicator
14 — Traction control indicator
15 — Overdrive off (O/D OFF) indicator (automatic
transmission)
16 — LOW FUEL level indicator
17 — SERVICE ENGINE SOON indicator
18 — THEFT indicator
19 — AIR BAG warning indicator
20 — Charging system indicator
21 — Safety belt warning indicator Klj . 4 ba
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z
air bag warning indicator
z BRAKE warning indicator
z charging system indicator
z fail safe cooling warning indicator
z low coolant level indicator
z low fuel warning indicator
z traction control indicator
Instrument Cluster Replacement
When it is necessary to install a new instrument cluster, contact the Instrument Cluster Program.
Gauge Indication Systems
Tachometer
Engine rpm information is relayed to the instrument cluster from the powertrain control module (PCM)
over the standard corporate protocol (SCP) network.
Speedometer
The instrument cluster receives the vehicle speed signal from the PCM over the SCP network and
displays it on the speedometer gauge. If the instrument cluster receives no vehicle speed signal after
one second, the speedometer defaults to 0.0 km/h (0.0 mph).
Odometer
The instrument cluster receives an odometer message from the PCM and stores the mileage in
memory. When the instrument cluster fails to receive the odometer message for more than two
seconds, the odometer will display dashes.
Fuel Gauge
The fuel sender is hardwired to the fuel gauge. When the instrument cluster fails to receive the fuel
level signal for more than 33 seconds, the fuel level gauge will move below E (empty). If the fuel level
signal operates correctly for more than 33 seconds, the fuel gauge will return to the correct position.
Fuel fills of less than 9.5 liters (2.5 gallons) require at least 10 minutes to update the fuel gauge
indication.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Engine coolant temperature information is received by the instrument cluster from the PCM over the
SCP network. Engine coolant temperatures above 121°C (250°F) will cause the gauge to indicate
above the normal band. If the engine coolant temperature information is missing or invalid for five
seconds, the temperature gauge will indicate below the cold (C) position.
Voltage Gauge (except Cobra)
The voltage gauge displays the system voltage as measured at the instrument cluster run input. Boost Gauge (Cobra only) Klj . 2 ba
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The right and left turn indicators will illuminate when the steering column multifunction switch is in
either turn signal position or hazard lamps position by sending a battery signal to the instrument
cluster.
AIR BAG Warning Indicator
The AIR BAG warning indicator will be illuminated when the restraint control module (RCM) sends a
ground signal to the instrument cluster. The prove-
out of the AIR BAG warning indicator is controlled
by the RCM.
THEFT Indicator
The THEFT indicator provides a passive anti- theft system (PATS) prove-out. The THEFT indicator will
prove out for three seconds following the ignition switch cycle and will flash following an ignition switch
OFF transition to indicate that PATS is active.
Charging System Indicator
The charging system indicator will be illuminated when the generator provides a ground signal to the
instrument cluster. The instrument cluster provides a prove- out when the ignition switch is in the RUN
position with the engine off. When the engine is started, the generator removes the ground to the
instrument cluster and extinguishes the charging system indicator.
Overdrive Off (O/D OFF) Indicator
The O/D OFF indicator is controlled by the off/on message sent from the PCM over the SCP network.
The instrument cluster does not provide a prove- out for the O/D OFF indicator, but will remain
illuminated if the overdrive has been commanded off following the instrument cluster prove- out.
Traction Control Indicator
During initialization, the instrument cluster will receive the traction control system state status message
from the traction control module to determine if the vehicle is equipped with traction control. If the
vehicle is equipped with traction control, this information will be stored in random access memory
(RAM) and the indicator will prove out for three seconds during each ignition cycle. If this message is
not received, the instrument cluster will assume that the vehicle is not traction control equipped and
the indicator will remain off. When the traction control is active, the traction control module sends the
instrument cluster a traction control active signal and the instrument cluster illuminates the traction
control indicator. When the traction control is inactive, the traction control module removes the traction
control active signal and the instrument cluster turns off the indicator.
In the event of a traction control failure, the traction control indicator will remain off and the ABS
indicator will illuminate.
Inspection and Verification 1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart Mechanical Electrical
z
Fuel tank z
Central junction box (CJB) fuse(s): Klj . 4 ba
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Pinpoint Tests
PINPOINT TEST A: NO COMMUNICATION WITH THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER z
The SERVICE ENGINE
SOON indicator is
never/always on z
Circuitry.
z SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
indicator bulb.
z Powertrain
control module
(PCM).
z Instrument
cluster. z
Go To Pinpoint Test S .
z The turn/hazard
indicator is never/always
on z
Circuitry.
z Turn/hazard
bulb(s).
z Instrument
cluster. z
Go To Pinpoint Test T .
z The THEFT indicator is
never/always on z
Circuitry.
z THEFT
indicator LED.
z Instrument
cluster. z
REFER to Section 419 - 01 .
z The traction control
indicator is never/always
on z
Circuitry.
z Traction control
switch.
z Standard
corporate
protocol (SCP)
network.
z Powertrain
control module
(PCM).
z ABS module.
z Instrument
cluster. z
Go To Pinpoint Test U .
z The integrated circuit
display is
inoperative/erratic z
Instrument
cluster. z
Go To Pinpoint Test V .
z The instrument cluster is
inoperative z
Central junction
box (CJB) fuse
(s):
„11
(15A).
„ 21 (5A).
„ 34
(20A).
z Circuitry.
z Instrument
cluster. z
Go To Pinpoint Test V .
Test Step Result / Action to
Take Klj . 13 ba
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PINPOINT TEST U: THE TRACTION CONTROL INDICATOR IS
NEVER/ALWAYS ON z
Does the voltage alternate between 0 volts and 10 volts with
the turn signal on? T3 CHECK FOR CORRECT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OPERATION
z
Disconnect all instrument cluster connectors.
z Check for:
zcorrosion
z pushed- out pins
z Connect all instrument cluster connectors and make sure they seat
correctly.
z Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
z Is the concern still present? Yes
INSTALL a new
instrument cluster.
REFER to
Instrument Cluster
in this section.
TEST the system for
normal operation.
No
The system is
operating correctly
at this time.
Concern may have
been caused by a
loose or corroded
connector. CLEAR
the DTCs. REPEAT
the self-
test. Test Step Result / Action to Take
U1 DETERMINE IF THE TRACTION
CONTROL INDICATOR IS ALWAYS ON z
Observe the traction control indicator.
z Is the indicator always on? Yes
REFER to
Section 206 - 09B .
No Klj . 37 ba
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PINPOINT TEST V: THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS INOPERATIVE GO to
U2 .
U2 DETERMINE IF INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER IS AT FAULT z
Connect the diagnostic tool.
z Key in ON position.
z Enter the following diagnostic mode
on the diagnostic tool: Instrument
Cluster Active Command.
z Trigger the instrument cluster active
command TRAC OFF.
z Did the traction control indicator
illuminate? Yes
REFER to
Section 206 - 09B .
No
GO to U3 .
U3 CHECK FOR CORRECT
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER OPERATION z
Disconnect all instrument cluster
connectors.
z Check for:
zcorrosion
z pushed- out pins
z Connect all instrument cluster
connectors and make sure they seat
correctly.
z Operate the system and verify the
concern is still present.
z Is the concern still present? Yes
INSTALL a new instrument cluster. REFER to
Instrument Cluster
in this section. TEST the
system for normal operation.
No
The system is operating correctly at this time.
Concern may have been caused by a loose or
corroded connector. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT
the self- test. Test Step Result / Action to Take
V1 CHECK THE BATTERY POWER SUPPLY TO THE
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CAUTION: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when
making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe
adapter(s) may damage the connector.
z Key in OFF position.
z Disconnect: Instrument Cluster C220b.
z Measure voltage between the instrument cluster C220b pin
10, circuit 729 (RD/WH), harness side and ground.
z Is the voltage greater than 10 volts? Yes
GO to
V2 .
No
REPAIR the circuit. TEST
the system for normal
operation. V2 CHECK THE RUN POWER SUPPLY TO THE INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER z
Key in ON position.
z Measure the voltage between the instrument cluster C220b
pin 11, circuit 489 (PK/BK), harness side and ground. Yes
GO to
V3 . Klj . 38 ba
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Communications Network
Module Communications Network
SECTION 418-
00: Module Communications Network 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Item Part
Number Description
1 12A650 Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
2 — Restraint Control Module (RCM)
3 10849 Hybrid Electronic Cluster (HEC)
4 14B205 Generic Electronic Module (GEM)
5 2C219 Anti-
Lock Brake System / Traction Control
(ABS/TC) Module Klj . 1 ba
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The generic electronic module (GEM) is on the ISO 9141 network. The GEM module controls a variety
of systems including one touch down windows, wipers, perimeter anti-
theft, and warning chimes. For
additional information, refer to Section 419 - 10 .
The anti- lock brake control module communicates over the ISO 9141 communication network when
not equipped with traction control and communicates over the SCP communication network when it is
equipped with the traction control option. The anti- lock brake control module controls the brake
pressure to the four wheels to keep the vehicle under control while braking. For additional information
on anti- lock brake control module without traction control, refer to Section 206 - 09A . For additional
information on anti- lock brake control module with traction control, refer to Section 206 - 09B .
The instrument cluster is on the SCP communication network. The instrument cluster displays driver
information. The instrument cluster incorporates the PATS control module functions. For additional
information on the PATS system, refer to Section 419 - 01 . For additional information on the instrument
cluster, refer to Section 413 - 01 .
Inspection and Verification 1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of electrical damage.
3. If the concern remains after the inspection, connect diagnostic tool to the data link connector (DLC) located beneath the instrument panel and select the vehicle to be tested from diagnostic
tool menu. If diagnostic tool does not communicate with the vehicle:
zcheck that the program card is correctly installed.
z check that the correct version of the program card is installed.
z check the connections to the vehicle.
z check the ignition switch position.
If the diagnostic tool still does not communicate with the vehicle, go to Pinpoint Test H. 4. Go to Pinpoint Test PC.
System Precheck Visual Inspection Chart Electrical
z
Central junction box (CJB) Fuse 31 (5A)
z Damaged wiring harness
z Loose or corroded connections
z Anti- lock brake control module without traction control (optional)
z Anti- lock brake control module with traction control (optional)
z Generic electronic module (GEM)
z Restraint control module (RCM)
z Powertrain control module (PCM)
z Instrument cluster Klj . 2 ba
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