2003 Ford Taurus Check Engine code

2003 FORD TAURUS
118,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CWBCHRIS
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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?
Jul 29, 2009 at 12:13 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
Jul 29, 2009 at 10:58 PM
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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.
Aug 16, 2009 at 11:20 PM
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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
Aug 16, 2009 at 11:49 PM
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