Symptom Chart: Interior Lighting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Lincoln MKZ. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to: Diagnostic Methods .
| Condition | Possible Sources | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| A module does not respond to the scan tool | Fuse Wiring, terminals or connectors Module |
REFER to: Communications Network . |
| The courtesy lamps flash on and off | The BCM is not configured correctly | This symptom is present due to incomplete or improper Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedures. REPEAT/PERFORM the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedure as directed by the scan tool. Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component Description . |
| The courtesy lamps do not illuminate with a door open | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test A |
| The overhead interior courtesy lamps do not illuminate from the courtesy lamp switch | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| One or more interior courtesy lamps are inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test B |
| A puddle lamp is inoperative or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test I |
| All the courtesy lamps stay on continuously | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test C |
| The interior courtesy lamps stay on continuously | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test D |
| The luggage compartment lamp is inoperative or on continuously | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test E |
| One or more demand lamps are inoperative | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test F |
| The battery saver does not deactivate after time-out | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test G |
| The ambient lighting is inoperative or always on | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test H |
| One or more of the ambient lighting LEDs are inoperative or do not change color | Refer to the Pinpoint Test | GO to Pinpoint Test J |