Front electronic module (FEM): Front Electronic Module

The Front Electronic Module (FEM) is located in the A-pillar of the passenger footwell and controls all functions in the front section of the vehicle.

The Front Electronic Module (FEM) is the control unit which controls entry and access to the vehicle. The electronic immobilizer is deactivated via key identification, thus enabling engine start and other vehicle functions.

The following graphic shows the Front Electronic Module (FEM).

Fig 1: Front Electronic Module, Input, Voltage Supply

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The following graphic shows the connector assignment of the Front Electronic Module (FEM).

Fig 2: Front Electronic Module Components

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To avoid confusion during connection, connector housings of the same color have different encoding. This prevents them being inserted in the wrong position inadvertently.

Fuses for the following consumer units are installed in the fuse block of the Front Electronic Module (FEM):

• Central locking drive
• Outside door handle electronics
• Powertrain of the power window regulators
• Light operating facility, operating facility for the assist systems and steering column switch cluster
• Rear Electronic Module (REM) and headlight driver module
• Fanfare

The following graphic shows the fuse assignment of the Front Electronic Module (FEM).

Fig 3: Front Electronic Module Fuse Assignment

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