Star Tester & Self-Test Connector Hook-Up

STAR tester & self-test electrical connector assembly:

The self-test connector and tester hook-up is identical on all models. A two-piece self-test connector on the vehicle, plugs into a matching two-piece service connector at the end of the STAR/Self-Test adapter cable assembly, Fig. 15. To connect the STAR tester proceed as follows:

Self-test connectors:

1. Turn ignition switch to OFF position.
2. Connect the color-coded adapter cable leads onto the STAR tester.
3. Connect the adapter cables two service connectors to the matching self-test connectors on the vehicle, Fig. 16.

Checking STAR tester:

To check the STAR tester, turn the power switch, located on the right side of the tester to ON position. The tester will run a display check and the numerals 88 will begin to flash, Fig. 17. A steady 00 will then appear to signify that the tester is ready to start the self-test and receive service codes.

Fig. 18 Self-test connector location. Front wheel drive models:

Fig. 19 Self-test connector location. Except Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Lincoln Town Car, Continental & Mark VII:

Self-test connector location. Continental & Mark VII:

Fig. 21 Self-test connector location. Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Lincoln Town Car:

The self-test connector locations are different on front and rear wheel drive models. On front wheel drive models, the self-test connector is located behind the strut tower on the right side on the cowl, Fig. 18. On rear wheel drive models, except Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Lincoln Town Car, Continental and Mark VII models, the connector is located below the starter solenoid, between left strut tower and battery, Fig. 19. On Continental and Mark VII models, the connector is underneath the coolant reservoir, on the right side of the engine compartment, Fig. 20. On Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car models, the connector is located on the left fender apron, near the hood hinge, Fig. 21.