Two problems related to underhood wiring have been reported for the 1997 Mercury Tracer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving engine check light illuminated. All wires under hood burned out, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
While driving, a wire harness fire occurred in the vehicle. Dealer was notified, and a mechanic serviced the problem. However, the consumer has experienced a shortage in wire harness again while the vehicle was parked. Consumer removed the connection to battery to prevent a drainage of the power.