Pinpoint Test I: The FDIM Is Completely Inoperative

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.

I1 CHECK FOR SCAN TOOL COMMUNICATION WITH THE FDIM
- Carry out the network test using the scan tool.
- Does the FDIM respond to the scan tool?
- Yes: GO to I2 .
- No: REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK .
I2 CHECK FOR CORRECT FDIM OPERATION
- Ignition OFF.
- Disconnect the FDIM connector.
- Check for:
  - corrosion
  - damaged pins
  - pushed-out pins
- Connect the FDIM 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 FDIM . REFER to FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM) . 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.