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Module Configuration System Ford Crown Victoria II

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Scheme 56

Scheme 56: Special Tool(s)
Scheme 56: Special Tool(s)

Definition of Terms

Calibration Update: Some modules are designed to be flashed or reflashed with complete new software packages. This process of reflashing the module is a calibration update.

Programmable Parameters: These are options contained within the existing software. These include items such as tire size, customer preference items and anti-theft options. The current settings are downloaded from an existing module then uploaded to a new module. They can also be using the diagnostic tool. Programming parameters is very different from updating calibrations as no software is changed only the options already contained in the software.

Some modules must be programmed as part of the repair procedure. If this procedure is not followed the module will not function correctly and may set a number of DTCs, including B2477 or P1639, which indicate that some necessary data has not been programmed into the module.

Modules that need programming should not be exchanged between vehicles. In most cases the parameter values or settings are unique to that vehicle, and if not set correctly will cause concerns or faults.

WDS will automatically attempt to retrieve the module configuration information from all modules, and from a backup location in the powertrain control module (PCM) when vehicle ID is carried out. If the module and the PCM do not contain correct information, the diagnostic tool will either request "As Built" data or display a list of items that you will need to manually configure. The diagnostic tool will program the module based on the data you enter.

For additional WDS/diagnostic tool programming procedures, refer to PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION (PMI) .

There are three different methods that are used for module programming

  1. programmable module installation (PMI)
  2. calibration update
  3. programmable parameters

Some modules do not support all three methods.

Programmable Module Installation (PMI)

The programmable module installation (PMI) method is used when a new programmable module is installed on the vehicle. It is no longer necessary to command the diagnostic tool to gather module option content from the old module. The diagnostic tool automatically obtains any available module option content information from the old module during the vehicle ID routine that runs when the diagnostic tool is initially connected to the vehicle. It is important that you connect WDS to the vehicle and allow it to identify the vehicle and obtain configuration data prior to removing any modules.

Calibration Update

Calibration update is used to install a new calibration and strategy into a module.

Programmable Parameters

If a module that has been modified using programmable parameters needs to be installed, the PMI procedure will maintain the parameters in their altered state if WDS is able to communicate with the old module during Vehicle ID. Otherwise, you may need to use programmable parameters to return them to the altered state.

Vehicle Identification (VID) Block

Some PCMs contain a memory area called a vehicle identification (VID) block.

The PCM VID block may contain the factory settings for the configurable modules unless the PCM is flashed with a new calibration, in which case some PCM parameters may be modified.

As-Built Data Center

The As-Built Data Center maintains a record of the vehicle configuration in a database. The vehicle VIN is necessary to obtain this information. The As-Built Data Center records the applicable module configurations stored in each module before the vehicle leaves the factory. The As-Built Data Center will always reflect the original build of the vehicle as it left the factory. Contact the As-Built Data Center only when directed to do so by the diagnostic tool.

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Scheme 57: Inspection and Verification
Scheme 57: Inspection and Verification
  1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of electrical damage. Refer to the following chart

Configurable Modules

The vehicle contains the following modules that are configurable

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Scheme 58: Configurable Modules
Scheme 58: Configurable Modules
  1. driver door module (DDM)
  2. powertrain control module (PCM)

Using The New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester When The Original Body Chassis Electrical Module Is Not Available

  1. Install the new module.
  2. Using the NGS tester and the latest version service function card, SELECT: Programmable Module Installation.
  3. Select: the module being installed.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  5. SELECT: Retrieve Module Configuration - Old ECU and press trigger.
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  7. The NGS will attempt to retrieve module data from the powertrain control module (PCM). If the module data is available go to «Step A»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/communication-devices/#module-configuration-system__step-a) . If the NGS displays: Call As-Built Data Center go to «Step B»(/ford/crown-victoria/ii-1997-2011/remont/communication-devices/#module-configuration-system__step-b) .

Step A

  1. SELECT: Restore Configuration - New ECU then press trigger.
  2. The NGS will complete loading the retrieved data and display: Module Download Successful.
  3. Test the module for correct operation.

Step B

  1. Press trigger.
  2. If the NGS asks for vehicle data - enter the vehicle data then press store.
  3. The NGS will ask for module data line 1 - enter data and press store.
  4. The NGS will then ask if there is an additional line of data available for that address - Select YES or NO depending on the information in the As Built Data Sheet.
  5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 until the answer is NO for Step 4.
  6. The NGS should show a screen stating that module data was stored - press trigger.
  7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  8. SELECT: Restore Configuration - New ECU then press trigger.
  9. The NGS will complete loading the entered data.

Using The New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester When The Original Body Chassis Electrical Module Is Available

  1. With the original module still installed, using the NGS tester and the latest version service function card, SELECT: Programmable Module Installation.
  2. Select: the module being installed and press trigger.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. SELECT: Retrieve Module Configuration - Old ECU and press trigger.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  6. INSTALL new module, SELECT: Restore Configuration - New ECU then press trigger.
  7. The NGS will complete loading the retrieved data.

Using The Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) When The Original Body Chassis Electrical Module Is Not Available

  1. Install the new module.
  2. Connect the WDS and ID the vehicle as normal.
  3. From the Toolbox icon, select and highlight: Module Programming and then highlight the module that was installed and press the check mark.
  4. Select and highlight: Programmable Module Installation and then highlight the module that was installed then press the check mark.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions and turn the ignition key to the OFF position and press the check mark.
  6. The WDS will retrieve the module data from the PCM and automatically download the data into the new module and display Module Configuration Complete.
  7. If the data is not available in the PCM, the WDS will display a screen stating to contact the As-Built Data Center.
  8. Enter the module data.
  9. WDS will download the data into the new module and display.

Using The Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) When The Original Body Chassis Electrical Module Is Available

  1. Connect the WDS and ID the vehicle as normal.
  2. From the Toolbox icon, select and highlight: Module Programming and press the check mark.
  3. Select and highlight: Programmable Module Installation.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  5. Install the new module.
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  7. Module configuration is complete.

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