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

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 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 FDIM?
- Yes : GO to N2.
- No : REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
N2 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) - FUSION, MILAN or FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM) - MKZ in this service information. 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.