Module-Front Control: Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Pickup and 2005 Dodge Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The Front Control Module (FCM) is a micro controller located in the left front corner of the engine compartment. It is necessary to position the Integrated Power Module (IPM) aside in order to access the front control module on this vehicle. The FCM mates to the Power Distribution Center (PDC) to form the IPM. The IPM connects directly to the battery and provides the primary means of circuit protection and power distribution for all vehicle electrical systems. The FCM controls power to some of the vehicle systems electrical and electromechanical loads based on inputs received from hard wired switch inputs and data received on the PCI bus circuit.

(Refer to ELECTRICAL/POWER DISTRIBUTION/INTELLIGENT POWER MODULE - DESCRIPTION) for additional information on the IPM.