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:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
12” / 300mm C-Clamp
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...
System Operation
Lane Keeping Alert and Lane Keeping Aid
Item
Description
1
Lane Keeping System Switch
2
IPMA
3
GWM
4
Camera Windshield Defrost Heater
5
RCM
6
SCCM
7
PCM
8
IPC
9
TRM
10
BCM
11
PSCM
12
with active cruise control
13
CCM
14
Windshield
Network Message Chart
Module Network Input Messages - IPMA
Broadcast Message
Originating Module
Message Purpose
Ambient air temperature filtered
PCM
Used to control the camera windshield defrost heater operation...