Battery - Drain Diagnosis Tips: Overview

Article No.
02-13-9

07/08/02

ELECTRICAL - BATTERY DRAIN DIAGNOSIS - SERVICE TIPS

FORD:
1999-2003 WINDSTAR

ISSUE

Some vehicles may exhibit excessive electrical system current draw, which could result in a discharged battery and no crank condition.

ACTION

Use the following Service Tips to monitor the vehicle electrical system for excessive battery current drain and service as needed.

After the completion of all service, perform the following:

1. Ensure that all the related components are functional.

2. Run a diagnostic test using the NGS or the WDS to verify module and component functions.

3. Recharge the battery to the desired level as per the Workshop Manual.

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 024-5
WARRANTY STATUS: INFORMATION ONLY
OASIS CODES: 203000, 203100, 203200, 204000, 204100, 290000, 601300, 603300