Component Description

Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) 

The Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) controls the steering wheel heating elements. It is located in the instrument panel behind the FDIM and can be serviced separately. The Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) uses the steering wheel temperature sensor to maintain the temperature of the steering wheel. The Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) is designed to remain on, heating the steering wheel and maintaining temperature until switched off on the FDIM or the ignition is turned off.

The Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) requires PMI when replaced.

Front Display Interface Module (FDIM) 

The controls and indicators for the heated steering wheel system are located in the FDIM (touchscreen) only. The FDIM can be serviced separately. The FDIM does not communicate on any network and is connected directly to the APIM.

Steering Wheel 

The steering wheel heater elements are integral to the steering wheel and cannot be serviced separately. The steering wheel heater elements are used by the Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) to heat the steering wheel. When the Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) receives a request to heat the steering wheel, the Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) applies voltage and ground to the steering wheel heating elements to heat the steering wheel to a temperature of approximately 28-34 °C (82-94 °F).

Steering Wheel Temperature Sensor 

The steering wheel temperature sensor is integral to the steering wheel and cannot be serviced separately. The steering wheel temperature sensor is used by the Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) to monitor the temperature of the steering wheel.