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Definition of Terms

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The following are definitions of configuration terms:

Programmable Module Installation (PMI) 

PMI  is a scan tool process which configures settings in a new module. Data used for the PMI  process is automatically downloaded from the original module and stored when a scan tool session is started. If this data cannot be retrieved from the module being replaced, the scan tool may prompt for As-Built data entry or display a list of parameter values that need to be manually selected. Some modules are reprogrammed during PMI  when a strategy/calibration update is available. To carry out PMI  , refer to PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION (PMI) .

NOTE: It is important that the scan tool identifies the vehicle and obtains configuration data prior to removing any modules. The new module must be able to communicate with the scan tool in order to carry out PMI  .

Module Reprogramming 

Module reprogramming (also referred to as "flashing") is a scan tool process which updates the strategy/calibration in a module. Reprogramming a module with the same level of software will not improve module operation or repair a hardware failure. Module reprogramming is automatically carried out during PMI  when a later strategy/calibration is available.

NOTE: Module reprogramming should be limited to circumstances where a published TSB procedure recommends doing so.
NOTE: A module cannot communicate with other modules on the communication network while being reprogrammed. Clear any network communication DTCs which may have been set in other modules during the reprogramming process.

Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) Programming 

Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) programming is a process that updates the APIM  Consumer Interface Processor (CIP) and Vehicle Interface Processor (VIP) software. The VIP  programming updates the calibration files in the portion of the APIM  which interfaces with the Controller Area Network (CAN). The CIP  programming updates calibration files in the portion of the APIM  that interfaces with mobile phones and other customer devices.

APIM  programming uses the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) to read and program the VIP  software through the Data Link Connector (DLC). A web-based On-Line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS) application is used to read and program the CIP  software via a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable between the scan tool and vehicle USB  port. Both the VCM  and OASIS application must be running on the scan tool during APIM  programming. To carry out APIM  programming, refer to ACCESSORY PROTOCOL INTERFACE MODULE (APIM) PROGRAMMING .

Programmable Parameters 

Programmable parameters are customer preference items that may be modified by the dealer via scan tool or in some cases modified by the customer following a procedure listed in the vehicle Owner's Literature. While many configuration options may exist for a module, only a few of these options are programmable parameters.

Adaptive Learning and Calibration 

Some modules require a separate learning procedure be carried out if replaced as part of a repair procedure. For adaptive learning and calibration instructions, refer to the specific module removal and installation procedures.

Vehicle Identification (VID) Block 

Some PCMs contain a memory area called a Vehicle Identification (VID) block. The PCM VID  block commonly stores powertrain configuration items such as Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), tire size, axle ratio, and whether or not the vehicle is equipped with cruise control.

Transmission Identification Block 

Some PCMs also contain a memory area called a transmission identification block. The PCM transmission identification block stores solenoid body flow data. If the solenoid body information is not correct, transaxle damage or driveability concerns can occur. Refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .

Module Address 

A unique module address is assigned to each module on the network for identification.

As-Built Data 

As-Built data is a VIN  -specific module configuration record. During vehicle build, the configuration from all modules is downloaded and stored in the As-Built database. As-Built data will not reflect customer preference items that have been changed from the default state. These items will need to be changed using programmable parameters after the module is configured.

NOTE: It is not necessary to obtain As-Built data unless directed to do so by the scan tool. This data may be accessed from the technician service publication website.

The following chart lists As-Built data addresses and describes specific module configuration information:

MODULE CONFIGURATION AND PARAMETER CHART - ESCAPE AND MARINER

Module Module Address Requires PMI  Reprogram/Flash Capable Requires Adaptive Learning or Calibration Available Programmable Parameters
4X4 control module 761 No No No None
ABS module 760 Yes Yes
  • Stability control initialization
None
Audio Control Module (ACM) (without navigation) 727 Yes Yes No
  • Cell phone module
  • Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System (SDARS) module
ACM (with navigation) 727 Yes Yes No None
Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) 7D0 Yes Yes No
  • Stereo pass-through
Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) 7A7 No No No None
Front Display Interface Module (FDIM) 7A6 Yes Yes No
  • Cell phone module
  • Divider bar off
  • SDARS  module
Global Positioning System Module (GPSM) 701 No No No None
HVAC module (dual zone) 733 No No No None
HVAC module (single zone) 733 Yes Yes No None
Instrument Cluster (IC) 720 Yes Yes No
  • Autolocks
  • Auto-unlocking
  • Belt-Minder®
  • Default language
  • Oil life threshold
  • Welcome strategy
Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM) 765 No No
  • Seat weight sensor re-zero
None
Parking Aid Module (PAM) 736 Yes Yes No None
PCM 7E0 Yes Yes
  • Adaptive airflow
  • Idle speed
  • Refueling event
  • Fuel trim
  • Axle ratio
  • Cruise control
  • Tire size
  • Drivetrain
  • Transmission solenoid body ID
Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) 730 Yes Yes No None
Restraints Control Module (RCM) 737 Yes Yes
  • Seat weight sensor re-zero
  • Driver seat Belt-Minder®
  • Passenger seat Belt-Minder®
Smart Junction Box (SJB) 726 Yes Yes
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor training
  • Autolamp enable
  • Autolamp delay time
  • Autolocks
  • Auto-unlocking
  • Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
  • Fog lamps enable
  • Lamp outage
  • Locking horn feedback
  • Locking light feedback
  • Perimeter lighting feature
  • Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) keypad enable
  • RKE  liftgate/trunk glass release feature activation
  • RKE  panic feature activation-hold
MODULE CONFIGURATION AND PARAMETER CHART - HYBRID

Module Module Address Requires PMI  Reprogram/Flash Capable Requires Adaptive Learning or Calibration Available Programmable Parameters
4X4 control module 761 No No No None
ABS module 760 Yes Yes No None
ACM  (without navigation) 727 Yes Yes No
  • Cell phone module
  • SDARS  module
ACM  (with navigation) 727 Yes Yes No None
Air Conditioning Compressor Module (ACCM) 7C7 No No No None
APIM  7D0 Yes Yes No
  • Stereo pass-through
Battery Control Module (BCM) 745 No No No None
FCIM  7A7 Yes No No None
FDIM  7A6 Yes Yes No
  • Cell phone module
  • SDARS  module
GPSM  701 No No No None
HVAC module 733 No No No None
IC  720 Yes Yes No
  • Autolocks
  • Auto-unlocking
  • Belt-Minder®
  • Default language
  • Oil life threshold
OCSM  765 No No
  • Seat weight sensor re-zero
None
PAM  736 Yes Yes No None
PCM 7E0 Yes Yes
  • Adaptive airflow
  • Refueling event
  • Fuel trim
  • Axle ratio
  • Cruise control
  • Tire size
  • Drivetrain
PSCM  730 Yes Yes No None
RCM  737 Yes Yes
  • Seat weight sensor re-zero
  • Driver seat Belt-Minder®
  • Passenger seat Belt-Minder®
SJB  726 Yes Yes
  • TPMS  sensor training
  • Autolamp enable
  • Autolamp delay time
  • Autolocks
  • Auto-unlocking
  • DRL 
  • Fog lamps enable
  • Lamp outage
  • Locking horn feedback
  • Locking light feedback
  • Perimeter lighting feature
  • RKE  feature
  • RKE  keypad enable
  • RKE  liftgate/trunk glass release feature activation
  • RKE  panic feature activation-hold
Transmission Control Module (TCM) 7E1 No No No None