Self Diagnostic Mode: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
To the enter the instrument cluster self diagnostic mode with the engine off, depress and hold the trip/odometer reset button. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position and hold until test appears in the display area (within five to eight seconds).
Once the test appears release the trip/odometer reset button with three seconds. Depress the trip/odometer reset button once to advance to each stage of the self-test.
Turn the ignition to the OFF position to exit the instrument cluster Self-Diagnostic Mode. If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, proceed to the SYMPTOM CHART to continue diagnostics.