Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mercury Villager. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
To exit self-test and retain all continuous DTCs, push blue (cooler) TEMP button. Module will exit self-test, retain all continuous DTCs and then turn off (display blank). To exit self-test and clear all DTCs, press DEFROST button. Display will show 888 and all function symbols for one second. Module will then turn off (display blank) and all DTCs will be cleared. Always exit self-test before turning EATC system off. Continuous DTCs will be deleted after 80 ignition switch ON cycles after a continuous condition occurs.