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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1994TAURUS V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - INSTRUMENT PANELAUDIBLE WARNING DEVICE CONTROL MODULEDESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1994 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO
Audible Warning Device Control Module: Description and Operation
1994 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOSECTION Description and Operation
OPERATION
Door Open Input
With the ignition switch in the RUN position, any door that is ajar will cause the warning chime module to beep. During this time, the instrument cluster door ajar indicator illuminates.
Key-In-Ignition Input
Sends a ground signal to the warning chime module to notity the operator that the keys are still in the ignition.
Lamps On Input
With the main light switch in "PARK" or "HEAD", voltage is applied to the lamps on input of the warning chime module. The chime will sound when the driver's door is opened until the door is closed or the lamps are turned off.
Seat Belt Buckled Input
With the seat belt unbuckled and the power applied to the warning chime module, a ground signal is applied to an electronic timer to sound the warning chime for six seconds.
Seat Belt Lamp Output
When the ignition switch is turned to "START" or "RUN", the warning chime module turns on the fasten belts indicator for four to eight seconds, whether or not the belts are buckled.
Tone Generator
Whenever a cluster button is pressed, the cluster momentarily grounds the warning chime module, causing it to emit a momentary beep tone.
Door Open Input
With the ignition switch in the RUN position, any door that is ajar will cause the warning chime module to beep. During this time, the instrument cluster door ajar indicator illuminates.
Key-In-Ignition Input
Sends a ground signal to the warning chime module to notity the operator that the keys are still in the ignition.
Lamps On Input
With the main light switch in "PARK" or "HEAD", voltage is applied to the lamps on input of the warning chime module. The chime will sound when the driver's door is opened until the door is closed or the lamps are turned off.
Seat Belt Buckled Input
With the seat belt unbuckled and the power applied to the warning chime module, a ground signal is applied to an electronic timer to sound the warning chime for six seconds.
Seat Belt Lamp Output
When the ignition switch is turned to "START" or "RUN", the warning chime module turns on the fasten belts indicator for four to eight seconds, whether or not the belts are buckled.
Tone Generator
Whenever a cluster button is pressed, the cluster momentarily grounds the warning chime module, causing it to emit a momentary beep tone.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.