remote start FORD MUSTANG 2003 Workshop Manual

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Starting System
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell
20 , Starting System for schematic and connector information.
Inspection and Verification WARNING: When servicing starter motor or carrying out other underhood work in the
vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead at the starter
solenoid is "electrically hot" at all times. A protective cap or boot is provided over this terminal
that must be installed after servicing. Be sure to disconnect the battery negative cable before
servicing the starter. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: When working in area of the starter motor, be careful to avoid touching hot
exhaust components. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: When using a remote starter switch or jumper wire, be sure the ignition switch
is in the OFF position and the transmission is in PARK (A/T) or Neutral (M/T) with the parking
brake control fully applied.
1. Verify the customers concern by operating the starting system to duplicate the conditions.
2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical or electrical concerns apply.
3. If the inspection reveals an obvious concern that can be readily identified, repair as necessary.
4. If the concern remains after the inspection, determine the symptom. GO to Symptom Chart .
SECTION 303-
06: Starting System 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
Digital Multimeter
105-
R0051 or equivalent Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical Electrical
z
Starter motor
z Brackets z
Battery
z Battery junction box (BJB) fuse ignition switch (40A)
z Central junction box (CJB) Fuse 6 (20A)
z Fuse 24 (10A)
z Damaged wiring harness
z Starter Relay
z Loose or corroded connections Klj . 1 ba
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Component Tests
Starter Motor —Voltage Drop Test
WARNING: When servicing starter motor or carrying out other underhood work in the
vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead at the starter
solenoid is "electrically hot" at all times. A protective cap or boot is provided over this terminal
that must be installed after servicing. Be sure to disconnect the battery negative cable before
servicing the starter. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: When using a remote starter switch or jumper wire, be sure the ignition switch
is in the OFF position and the transmission is in PARK (A/T) or Neutral (M/T) with the parking
brake control fully applied.
Always make the Digital Multimeter connections at the component terminal rather than at the wiring
end connector. Making a connection at the wiring end connector could result in false readings because
the meter will not pick up a high resistance between the wiring connector and the component.
Starter Motor— Motor Feed Circuit
1. Make sure the battery is fully charged. Perform a battery load test. For additional information, refer to Section 414 - 00 .
2. Disconnect the inertia fuel shut off (IFS) switch.
3. Connect a remote starter switch between the starter solenoid S- terminal and the battery positive
(+) terminal.
4. Connect the Digital Multimeter positive lead to the battery positive (+) post. Connect negative lead to the starter solenoid M- terminal. brackets for cracks.
z Check the starter motor mounting
bolts for looseness.
z Is the starter motor mounted
correctly? GO to
D2 .
No
REINSTALL the starter motor correctly. REFER to
Starter Motor — 3.8L or
Starter Motor — 4.6L in this
section. D2 INSPECT THE STARTER MOTOR
z
Remove the starter motor; refer to
Starter Motor — 3.8L or
Starter Motor — 4.6L in this section.
z Inspect the starter motor for
damage.
z Is the starter motor damaged? Yes
INSTALL a new starter motor. REFER to
Starter Motor — 3.8L or
Starter Motor — 4.6L in this section.
TEST the system for normal operation.
No
CHECK the starter drive. REFER to Component
Tests, Starter Drive Test in this section. INSTALL a
new starter motor. TEST the system for normal
operation. Klj . 8 ba
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5. Engage the remote starter switch. Read and record the voltage. The voltage reading should be
0.5 volt or less.
6. If the voltage reading is less than 0.5 volts, go to the Starter Motor- Ground Circuit Component
Test.
7. If the voltage reading is greater than 0.5 volts, this an indication of excessive resistance in the connections, the positive battery cable or in the starter solenoid. Move the Digital Multimeter
negative lead to the starter solenoid B- terminal and repeat the test. If the voltage reading at the
B- terminal is less than 0.5 volts, the concern is either in the connections at the starter solenoid
or in the solenoid contacts. Go to Step 8. If the voltage reading is greater than 0.5 volts at the B-
terminal, the concern is either the positive battery cable or connections. Go to Step 9.
8. Remove the cables from solenoid B- , S- and M- terminals. Clean the cables and connections
and reinstall the cables to the correct terminals. Repeat Steps 3 through 6. If the voltage drop Item Part Number Description
1 — S-
terminal 2 — Remote starter switch
3 10653 Battery
4 — Digital multimeter
5 — B-
terminal 6 — M-
terminal Item Part Number Description
1 — S-
terminal 2 — Remote starter switch
3 10653 Battery
4 — Digital multimeter
5 — B-
terminal 6 — M-
terminal Klj . 9 ba
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reading is still greater than 0.5 volts when checked at the M-
terminal and less than 0.5 volts
when checked at the B- terminal, the concern is in the solenoid contacts. Install a new starter
motor. Refer to Starter Motor — 3.8L or
Starter Motor — 4.6L .
9. Clean the positive (+) battery cable connections. Repeat the test at the starter solenoid B terminal. If the voltage is greater than 0.5 volts, install a new positive battery cable.
Starter Motor— Ground Circuit
A slow cranking condition can be caused by resistance in the ground or return portion of the cranking
circuit. Check the voltage drop in the ground circuit as follows:
1. Connect the Digital Multimeter positive lead to the starter motor housing (the connection must be clean and free of rust or grease). Connect the negative lead to the negative (- ) battery
terminal.
2. Engage the remote starter switch. Read and record the voltage. The voltage reading should be less than 0.3 volts.
3. If the voltage is greater than 0.3 volts, clean the negative cable connections at the battery, body ground connections, and the starter ground connections. Retest.
4. If the voltage is greater than 0.3 volts, install a new cable. If the voltage reading is less than 0.2 volts and the engine still cranks slowly, install a new starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor — 3.8L
or
Starter Motor — 4.6L . Item Part Number Description
1 105-
R0057 Digital multimeter
2 10653 Battery
3 — S-
terminal 4 — M-
terminal 5 — B-
terminal 6 — Remote starter switch Klj . 10 ba
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Interior Lighting
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell
111 , Remote Control Alarm and Lock System for schematic and
connector information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 59 , Generic Electronic Module for schematic and connector
information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 89 , Courtesy Lamps for schematic and connector information.
Principles of Operation
Battery Saver
The battery saver feature provides automatic shut- off of power to demand and courtesy lamp circuitry.
When the generic electronic module (GEM) detects the ignition switch circuits are in the key OFF or
removed ignition key positions, power will be disabled after individual time- out periods of 30 minutes
for the demand lamps, and 10 minutes for the courtesy lamps. However, the time- out period for the
courtesy lamps changes to 30 minutes when the GEM detects that the luggage compartment lid is ajar
by means of the luggage compartment lid ajar circuit, or if the dome lamp is switched on by means of
the dome lamp circuit. When the GEM detects that the ignition switch is in the RUN, ACC, or START
positions, the battery saver feature is disabled.
The battery saver timer for the demand lamps is reset when the GEM detects that the ignition switch is
in the OFF or key out positions or when the GEM detects any one of the following conditions:
zthe driver or passenger door becomes ajar, as detected by the door ajar circuit
z the luggage compartment lid becomes ajar, as detected by the luggage compartment lid ajar
circuit
z the dome lamp switch is activated, as detected by the dome lamp switch circuit
The battery saver timer for the courtesy lamps is reset when the GEM detects that the ignition switch is
in the OFF or key out positions or when the GEM detects the driver or passenger door becomes ajar SECTION 417-
02: Interior Lighting 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
73 Digital Multimeter or
equivalent
105-
R0051 Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-
F224,
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418- F052, or equivalent scan
tool Klj . 1 ba
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as detected by the door ajar circuit. For vehicles equipped with the remote keyless entry feature, any
signal the GEM detects when a valid remote transmitter button is depressed will reset both the
demand and courtesy lamp battery saver timers. This battery saver relay then restores power to both
the demand and courtesy lamp circuits.
Base Courtesy and Extended Lighting
The base courtesy lighting feature provides interior lighting for the convenience of the vehicle's
occupants. The courtesy lamps consist of the map/dome lamps for the coupe and the map lamps for
the convertible. All lamps designated as courtesy lamps will be illuminated whenever the GEM detects
that the driver or passenger doors become ajar, by means of the driver or passenger door ajar circuits.
The courtesy lamps will also be illuminated when the GEM detects that the dome lamp switch has
been activated, by means of the dome lamp switch circuit.
The extended courtesy lighting feature provides temporary extended illumination of the courtesy lamps
after the customer has entered the vehicle. The courtesy lamps will remain illuminated for 25 seconds
after the GEM detects that the driver and passenger doors are closed, as detected by the door ajar
circuits. The extended courtesy lighting feature will be terminated after the 25 second time-
out period,
or if the GEM detects that the ignition switch has been moved from the OFF position to either the RUN,
ACC, or START positions.
Demand Lighting
The GEM does not provide any special features to the demand lighting group with the exception of
providing a power source when the battery saver feature is active. The demand lighting group consists
of the luggage compartment lamp, the driver and passenger vanity mirror lamps, and the map lamps.
Illuminated Entry with Remote Keyless Entry
The illuminated entry with remote keyless entry feature, provides power to the courtesy lamps when
the remote transmitter is used. When the GEM detects that the ignition switch is in the OFF or key out
positions, and it detects that a valid remote transmitter unlock button has been depressed, power to
the courtesy lamps will be enabled. The courtesy lamp circuit will remain powered until one of the
following occurs:
zThe GEM detects that the ignition switch has been moved from the OFF, to the RUN, START,
or ACC position.
z The GEM detects any valid remote transmitter lock button is depressed.
z The courtesy lamp circuit has been powered for 25 seconds.
If the GEM detects any valid remote transmitter unlock button has been depressed, and the ignition
switch is in the OFF or key out position during the 25 second time- out, the courtesy lamp circuits will
remain powered for an additional 25 seconds.
Inspection and Verification
1. The interior lighting system is a generic electronic module (GEM) controlled system.
2. Verify the customer concern by operating the interior lighting system.
3. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage. Klj . 2 ba
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switch is turned to RUN or START under normal operation. If there is a PATS problem, this indicator
will either flash rapidly or glow steadily (for more than three seconds) when the ignition switch is turned
to RUN or START. PATS also "blips" the theft indicator every two seconds at ignition OFF to act as a
visual theft deterrent.
The PATS is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems, which allow the vehicle to be
started from outside the vehicle. These systems may reduce the vehicle security level, and also may
cause no-
start issues. Remote start systems must be removed before investigation of PATS- related
no- start issues. Klj . 2 ba
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
Keyless Entry
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell
59 , Generic Electronic Module for schematic and connector
information.
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 111 , Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) for schematic and connector
information.
Principles of Operation
NOTE: Battery power and ground must be remove before disconnecting the GEM connectors to avoid
setting false codes.
Power Locks Operation
The power locks feature allows the customer to lock and unlock the doors via momentary switches
located on the driver and passenger door. When the GEM detects a momentary press of the driver or
passenger lock button, the GEM will supply power to the driver or passenger lock actuators for
approximately 250 ms from relays internal to the GEM. When the GEM detects a momentary press of
the driver or passenger unlock button, the GEM will supply power to the driver or passenger unlock
actuators for approximately 250 ms from relays internal to the GEM.
Remote Keyless Entry Door Locks Operation
The remote entry feature allows the customer to unlock the driver door, unlock all doors, and lock all
doors using a valid remote transmitter as long as the ignition switch is not in RUN or START. The
driver door is unlocked whenever the GEM detects a valid remote transmitter unlock transmission. All
the doors are unlocked when the GEM detects a second valid remote transmitter unlock transmission
within three seconds of the first transmission. All the doors are locked when the GEM detects a valid
remote transmitter lock transmission. If the GEM detects a second valid remote transmitter lock
transmission within three seconds of the first transmission, the doors will lock again, the horn will
sound for 20 ms and the parking lamps will flash for 200 ms to indicate the doors are locked. If the
GEM detects the driver or passenger door is ajar during the second lock transmission, the doors are
locked again and the horn is sounded twice. If the GEM detects a valid remote transmitter lock
transmission within three seconds of detecting a valid remote transmitter unlock transmission, the SECTION 501-
14B: Keyless Entry/Computer Operated Locks 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Special Tool(s)
73 Digital Multimeter or
equivalent
105-
R0051 Worldwide Diagnostic System
(WDS)
418-
F224
New Generation STAR (NGS)
Tester
418- F052, or equivalent scan
tool Klj . 1 ba
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GEM will lock all the doors.
Remote Keyless Entry Luggage Compartment Operation
The luggage compartment lid is released whenever the GEM detects a valid remote transmitter
luggage compartment release transmission.
Panic Alarm Operation
The panic alarm feature allows the vehicle to initiate an alarm for 2.75 minutes to identify itself using a
valid remote transmitter. The panic alarm is activated whenever the GEM detects the ignition switch is
in the OFF position or if the key is removed from the ignition, and the GEM detects a valid PANIC
response from the remote transmitter. When the panic alarm is activated, the GEM:
zilluminates the courtesy lamps.
z flashes the parking lamps.
z toggles the horn on and off.
The panic alarm is deactivated whenever GEM detects:
zif the key causes a transition of the ignition switch circuits to
„ACC.
„ RUN.
„ START.
z the remote transmitter
„panic button.
„ unlock button.
The panic alarm is also deactivated after 2.75 minutes have gone by.
Remote Transmitter Programming Operation
This feature allows the customer to program up to four different transmitter identification codes (TIC)
for four remote transmitters to the vehicle at any time. For additional information, refer to
Programming — Keyless Entry Remote Transmitter .
Inspection and Verification 1. The keyless entry system is a generic electronic module (GEM).
2. Verify the customer concern by using the remote transmitters to operate the keyless entry system.
3. Visually inspect for the following obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart Klj . 2 ba
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Symptom Chart B1458 Wiper Washer Pump Motor
Relay Circuit Failure GEM REFER to
Section 501 - 16 .
B1460 Wiper Washer Pump Motor
Relay Coil Circuit Short to Battery GEM REFER to
Section 501 - 16 .
B1462 Safety Belt Switch Circuit
Failure GEM REFER to
Section 413 - 09 .
B1466 Wiper Hi/Low Speed Not
Switching GEM REFER to
Section 501 - 16 .
B1473 Wiper Low Speed Circuit Motor
Failure GEM REFER to
Section 501 - 16 .
B1476 Wiper High Speed Circuit Motor
Failure GEM REFER to
Section 501 - 16 .
B1551 Decklid Release Circuit Failure GEM GO to
Pinpoint Test D .
B1553 Decklid Release Circuit Short
to Battery GEM GO to
Pinpoint Test D .
B1555 Ignition Run/Start Circuit
Failure GEM REFER to
Section 211 - 05 .
B1687 Lamp Dome Input Circuit Short
to Battery GEM REFER to
Section 417 - 02 .
B2486 LF Side Repeater Lamp Output
Circuit Failure GEM REFER to
Section 417 - 01 .
B1605 Lamp Anti-
Theft Indicator
Circuit Short to Battery GEM REFER to
Section 501 - 16 .
B2488 RF Side Repeater Lamp Output
Circuit Failure GEM REFER to
Section 417 - 01 .
C1189 Brake Fluid Level Sensor Input
Short Circuit to Ground GEM REFER to
Section 413 - 01 .
C1223 Lamp Brake Warning Output
Circuit Failure GEM REFER to
Section 413 - 01 .
C1225 Lamp Brake Warning Output
Circuit Short to Battery GEM REFER to
Section 413 - 01 .
Symptom Chart Condition
Possible Sources Action
z No communication with the
generic electronic module z
Circuitry.
z CJB Fuse 39 (5A).
z GEM. z
GO to
Pinpoint Test A .
z All door locks are inoperative zCJB Fuse 19 (15A).
z BJB Fuse POWER
WINDOWS (40A).
z Circuitry.
z GEM.
z Switches.
z Lock actuators. z
GO to
Pinpoint Test B .
z The doors do not lock/unlock
using the remote transmitter z
Ignition switch.
z GEM. z
GO to
Pinpoint Klj . 5 ba
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