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Module Configuration System: Other Ford Flex I

Definition of Terms

The following are definitions of configuration terms

Module Reprogramming

Module reprogramming (also referred to as "flashing") is a scan tool process which updates the strategy/calibration in a module. Reprogramming a module with the same level of software does not improve module operation or repair a hardware failure. Module reprogramming is automatically carried out during PMI when a later strategy/calibration is available.

Note. Module reprogramming should be limited to circumstances where a published TSB procedure recommends doing so.

Note. A module cannot communicate with other modules on the communication network while being reprogrammed. Clear any network communication DTCs which may have been set in other modules during the reprogramming process.

Note. Some modules are reprogrammed in coordination with other modules. Follow the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) key cycling instructions carefully to avoid reprogramming errors, including failure of programming one or more of the coordinated modules.

Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) Programming

Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) programming is a process that updates the APIM Consumer Interface Processor (CIP) and Vehicle Interface Processor (VIP) software. The VIP programming updates the calibration files in the portion of the APIM which interfaces with the Controller Area Network (CAN). The CIP programming updates calibration files in the portion of the APIM that interfaces with mobile phones and other customer devices.

APIM programming uses the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) to read and program the VIP software through the Data Link Connector (DLC). A web-based On-Line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS) application is used to read and program the CIP software via a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable between the scan tool and vehicle USB port. Both the VCM and OASIS application must be running on the scan tool during APIM programming. To carry out APIM programming, refer to ACCESSORY PROTOCOL INTERFACE MODULE (APIM) PROGRAMMING .

Programmable Parameters

Programmable parameters are customer preference items that may be modified by the dealer via the scan tool or in some cases modified by the customer following a procedure listed in the Owner's Literature. While many configuration options may exist for a module, only a few of these options are programmable parameters.

Module Address

A unique module address is assigned to each module on the network for identification.

As-Built Data

As-Built data is a VIN -specific module configuration record. During vehicle build, the configuration from all modules is downloaded and stored in the As-Built database. As-Built data does not reflect customer preference items that have been changed from the default state. These items need to be changed using programmable parameters after the module is configured.

Note. It is not necessary to obtain As-Built data unless directed to do so by the scan tool. This data may be accessed from the technician service publication website.

Module Configuration and Parameter Chart

ModuleModule AddressRequires PMIReprogram/Flash CapableRequires Adaptive Learning or CalibrationAvailable Programmable Parameters
4X4 control module761NoYesNoNone
ABS module760YesYesInteractive vehicle dynamics (IVD) initializationTire size (revolutions per mile)
Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM)7D0YesYesNoStereo in pass-through
Audio Control Module (ACM) (with navigation)727YesYesNoAPIM Phone module Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System (SDARS) module content Tuner region
Audio Control Module (ACM) (without navigation)727YesYesNoPhone module SDARS module content Tuner region
Audio Digital Signal Processing (DSP) module783YesYesNoAPIM
Driver Seat Module (DSM)744YesYesNoEasy entry/exit
Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM)7A7NoNoNoNone
Front Display Interface Module (FDIM)7A6YesYesNoAPIM
Global Positioning System Module (GPSM)701NoNoNoNone
HVAC module733NoYesNoNone
Instrument Cluster (IC)720YesYesNoBelt-Minder® GCC destination Overspeed warning
Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM)775NoYesNoNone
Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM)765NoYesSeat weight sensor re-zeroNone
Parking Aid Module (PAM)736YesYesNoNone
PCM7E0YesYesAdaptive airflow Idle speed Refueling event Fuel trimAxle ratio Tire size
Power Steering Control Module (PSCM)730YesYesNoNone
Rear Entertainment Module (RETM)771YesYesNoNone
Restraints Control Module (RCM)737YesYesSeat weight sensor re-zeroDriver seat Belt-Minder® activation Passenger seat Belt-Minder® activation
Smart Junction Box (SJB)726YesYesTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor calibrationAutolocks Auto-unlocking Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) present Perimeter lighting feature Stop lamp outage Tire placard pressure
Steering Angle Sensor Module (SASM)797NoNoIVD initializationNone

MODULE CONFIGURATION AND PARAMETER CHART