2003 Ford Taurus Check Engine code

CWBCHRIS

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2003 FORD TAURUS
6 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
118,000 MILES

I took my car in and had it looked at after the light check engine light came on. The problem was the forth cylinder was mis-firing. I fixed the problem by replacing the spark plugs and spark plug wires. I then disconnected the battery thinking that this would reset the check engine like and it did. This only lasted for about 1 day. My question is "Is there a way to manually check what the engine code is for my car?

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009 AT 7:13 PM

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BMRFIXIT

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Need an OBDII code reader to get the codes
if still the same code check and suspect ignition coil

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Thursday, July 30th, 2009 AT 5:58 AM

STEWMAN

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On some model cars with a digital odometer, you can turn the ignition to "just before it turns the engine" 2 times and then the 3rd time leaving it in the on position, it may blink codes for you. My Intrepid does.

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Monday, August 17th, 2009 AT 6:20 AM

BMRFIXIT

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You are correct on most Chrysler product
if you cycle key on off 3 times
you can access the p codes and or check engine light will flash a code
but Ford do NOT use this system
and the easiest way to get codes on Ford is by using an OBDII reader

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Monday, August 17th, 2009 AT 6:49 AM