C1261

C1261 Ford engine fault code diagnosis, code meaning,symptoms and how to fix it.

C1261 Diagnosis

The CHM does not suupport PWM type DRLs. The vehicle has a BHM mismatch with the CHM. Replace the CHM with one that is compatible with the BHM.Determine if the extra switch is not required for the vehicle or if the switch has been installed but the necessary reference parameter has not been programmed into the BHM.

The BHM measures the current on this circuit when the starter output is commanded ON. This fault indicates the magnetic switch or the wiring between the BHM and the magnetic switch is open circuit.

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How To Fix Ford C1261 Trouble Code ?

Which Ford cars have the code C1261?

  • C1261 Ford Aerostar
  • C1261 Ford Bronco
  • C1261 Ford C-Max
  • C1261 Ford C-Max Energi
  • C1261 Ford C-Max Hybrid
  • C1261 Ford Contour
  • C1261 Ford Crown Victoria
  • C1261 Ford EcoSport
  • C1261 Ford Econoline
  • C1261 Ford Edge
  • C1261 Ford Escape
  • C1261 Ford Escape Hybrid
  • C1261 Ford Escort
  • C1261 Ford Everest
  • C1261 Ford Excursion
  • C1261 Ford Expedition
  • C1261 Ford Explorer
  • C1261 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
  • C1261 Ford F-150
  • C1261 Ford F-250
  • C1261 Ford F-350
  • C1261 Ford Fiesta
  • C1261 Ford Flex
  • C1261 Ford Focus
  • C1261 Ford Focus Electric
  • C1261 Ford Freestar
  • C1261 Ford Freestyle
  • C1261 Ford Fusion
  • C1261 Ford Fusion Energi
  • C1261 Ford Fusion Hybrid
  • C1261 Ford Fusion Plug-In Hybrid
  • C1261 Ford GT
  • C1261 Ford Mustang
  • C1261 Ford Mustang Mach-E
  • C1261 Ford Mystique
  • C1261 Ford Probe
  • C1261 Ford Ranger
  • C1261 Ford Taurus
  • C1261 Ford Taurus X
  • C1261 Ford Tempo
  • C1261 Ford Thunderbird
  • C1261 Ford Transit
  • C1261 Ford Transit Connect
  • C1261 Ford Windstar

A code is a fault code and it indicates that something has gone wrong with your car's engine.

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A scan tool will tell you what needs fixing and how much it will cost in order to fix that particular issue.