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Pinpoint Test V : The FCDIM Is Inoperative Or Does Not Operate Correctly

  1. V1 CHECK FOR SCAN TOOL COMMUNICATION WITH THE FCDIM

    • Ignition ON.
    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform the network test.

    Does the scan tool communicate with the FCDIM ? 

    Yes  GO to  V2.
    No  Refer to article 'Module Communications Network', Go to Pinpoint Test D .
  2. V2 OBSERVE THE FCDIM DISPLAY

    • Turn the audio system on and observe the FCDIM screen.

    Is the FCDIM display completely inoperative? 

    Yes  GO to  V4.
    No  GO to  V3.
  3. V3 CHECK FOR LOST COMMUNICATION DTCs SET IN THE FCDIM

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, retrieve all CMDTCs.

    Are any network DTCs (U-codes) present in the FCDIM ? 

    Yes  Refer to Information and Entertainment System - Premium .
    No  GO to  V4.
  4. V4 CHECK FOR CORRECT FCDIM OPERATION

    • Ignition OFF.
    • Disconnect and inspect the FCDIM connector.
    • Repair:
      • Corrosion (clean module pins or install new connectors or terminals)
      • Damaged or bent pins (install new terminals or pins)
      • Pushed-out pins (install new pins as necessary)
    • Reconnect the FCDIM connector. Make sure it seats and latches correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable TSBs. If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no TSBs address this concern, INSTALL a new FCDIM. Refer to Front Controls/Display Interface Module (FCDIM) .
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.