Pinpoint Test N: The PDIM Is Completely Inoperative - Vehicles Without Navigation

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

N1 CHECK FOR SCAN TOOL COMMUNICATION WITH THE FDIM
- Ignition ON.
- Carry out the network test using the scan tool.
- Does the scan tool communicate with the PDIM?
- Yes : GO to N2.
- No : REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK .
N2 CHECK FOR CORRECT FDIM OPERATION
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect the PDIM connector.
- Check for:
  - corrosion
  - damaged pins
  - pushed-out pins
- Connect the PDIM connector and make sure it seats correctly.
- Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?
- Yes : INSTALL a new PDIM . REFER to FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM) - FUSION, MILAN or FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM) - MKZ . TEST the system for normal operation.
- No : The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.