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Module Configuration System: Other Ford Taurus VI

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

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 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 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 module761NoNoNoNone
ABS module760YesYesNoAdaptive cruise control configuration Fuel type Tire size
Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM)7D0YesYesNoNone
Audio Control Module (ACM)727YesYesNoNone
Audio Digital Signal Processing (DSP) module783YesYesNoNone
Cruise-Control Module (C-CM)764NoNoNoNone
Driver Door Module (DDM)740YesYesNoNone
Driver Seat Module (DSM)744YesYesNoEasy entry/exit
Dual Climate Controlled Seat Module (DCSM)776YesYesNoNone
Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM)7A7NoNoNoNone
Front Display Interface Module (FDIM)7A6YesYesNoNone
Global Positioning System Module (GPSM)701NoNoNoNone
Headlamp Control Module 2 (HCM-2)7C3YesYesNoAuto high beam sensitivity
Head Up Display (HUD) module7B2NoNoNoNone
HVAC module733NoNoNoNone
Interior Lighting Control Module (ILCM)7B5YesYesNoNone
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)720YesYesNoNone
Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM)765NoNoSeat weight sensor rezeroNone
Parking Aid Module (PAM)736YesYesNoNone
PCM7E0YesYesAdaptive airflow Idle speed Refueling event Fuel trimNone
Power Steering Control Module (PSCM)730YesYesNoNone
Restraints Control Module (RCM)737YesYesSeat weight sensor rezeroEmergency call present Driver Belt-Minder® Passenger Belt-Minder®
Remote Function Actuator (RFA) module731YesYesNoAuto locking Auto unlocking Perimeter lighting feature Unlock sequence
Side Obstacle Detection Control Module - Left (SOD-L)7C4YesYesNoNone
Side Obstacle Detection Control Module - Right (SOD-R)7C6YesYesNoNone
Smart Junction Box (SJB)726YesYesTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor calibrationAutolamps delay time Auto locking (without RFA ) Auto unlocking (without RFA ) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) present Global open Perimeter lighting feature

MODULE CONFIGURATION AND PARAMETER CHART