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:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B
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Removal
WARNING:
Service actions on vehicles equipped with electronic brake
booster and electronic parking brakes may cause unexpected brake
application, which could result in injury to hands or fingers...
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
BCM
B10C7:01
Interior Trunk Antenna: General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test A
BCM
B10C9:01
Interior Front Antenna: General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test A
BCM
B10D7:05
PATS Key: System Programming Faliure:
GO to Pinpoint Test C
BCM
B10D7:55
PATS Key: Not Configured:
GO to Pinpoint Test D
BCM
B10D8:00
PATS Key Less Than Minimum Programmed: No Sub Type Information:
GO to Pinpoint Test E
BCM
B10DA:51
PATS Target Identifier: Not Programmed:
GO to Pinpoint Test F
BCM
B1336:01
Left Front Door External Antenna: General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test A
BCM
B1337:01
Right Front Door External Antenna: General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test A
PCM
P161A:00
Incorrect Response from Immobilizer Control Module:General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test G
PCM
P161B:00
Incorrect Response from Secondary Immobilizer Control Module:General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test G
SOBDMC
P161A:00
Incorrect Response from Immobilizer Control Module:General Electrical Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test G
Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart: PATS
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...