What does it mean when the wrench light comes on in your car?
When the wrench light illuminates, it is letting you know it is time to make an appointment for your next service. This mostly serves as a warning or a reminder to make the appointment now.
What causes the powertrain light to come on?
The powertrain is usually referring to your car’s engine system. Generally, this indicator light means a problem has been detected in the automatic transmission (not applicable in manual transmission cars) or transaxle. This light can also indicate an Electric Shift Control system warning.
How do I Turn Off the anti theft light in my car?
Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the on position, which activates your accessories but not the engine. Leave the key in position for about 10 – 15 minutes. Step 3: Check the anti-theft light again. If it’s no longer blinking, turn the key back to the Off position and allow it to set for a minute or two.
When does the anti theft system car wont start?
If the engine does not respond or dies immediately after cranking up, leave the key in that position for 10 minutes. When the security light goes off, turn the ignition off, wait 20 seconds, and then start the engine. These are the most popular ways to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start.
Is the anti theft light on my Ford Explorer broken?
I’ve done a little more “research” and found older vehicles with tilt wheel steering column are known to have broken wire issues. On my Explorer the transceiver has 4, wires going into a white plastic connector under the dash. The far right wire was broken on mine.
Can a Ford reprogram the anti theft system?
Basically, Ford has you over a barrel. As I understand it, Ford is the only one that has the ability to reprogram the anti theft system. Think about it. That kind of information shouldn’t be public.