Lincoln Aviator: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension / Removal and Installation - Vehicle Dynamics Control Module (VDM)
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTICE:
Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the luggage compartment floor covering.
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Release the clips and remove the luggage compartment side trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the VDM.
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Disconnect the VDM electrical connectors.
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Remove the retainers and the VDM.
Torque:
71 lb.in (8 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Calibrate the VDM. Connect the scan tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan tool directions.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wheel and tire.
Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
System Operation
System Diagram - Power Windows
Driver Side Power Windows
Item
Description
1
LIN
2
Driver Side Front Window Motor
3
Driver Side Rear Window Control Switch
4
Driver Window Control Switch
5
DDM
6
Driver Side Rear Window Motor
Passenger Side Power Windows
Item
Description
1
Passenger Front Window Motor
2
Passenger Rear Window Motor
3
Passenger Side Rear Window Control Switch
4
Passenger Side Front Window Control Switch
5
PDM
6
DDM
7
MS-CAN
Network Message Chart - Power Windows
Passenger Door Module (PDM) Network Input Messages
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
Passenger window command
DDM
When activating the passenger front or
rear windows from the driver window control switch, the passenger window
command is sent from the DDM to the PDM...
System Operation
System Diagram - Exterior, Power, Without Memory
Item
Description
1
Exterior mirror control switch
2
LH front door window control switch
3
LIN
4
MS-CAN
5
DDM
6
PDM
7
LH exterior mirror
8
RH exterior mirror
Network Message Chart
Module Network Input Messages — PDM
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
Passenger mirror command
DDM
Contains the movement requests for the RH exterior mirror glass generated by the exterior mirror control switch...