Trouble Shooting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Ford Pickup, 2002 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2002 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2002 Ford Excursion, and 2002 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Verify customer compliant by operating starting system. Check battery for state of charge. Check cable connections at battery and starter motor. Ensure transmission is fully engaged in Park or Neutral (A/T). Ensure clutch pedal is pressed down completely (M/T). On all models, check fuse No. 20 (15-amp) in central junction box. If problem is found, repair as necessary. If problem is not found, repair by symptom. See SYMPTOM INDEX table under SYSTEM TESTS.