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Pinpoint Test U : The FCIM (Front Controls Interface Module) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Diagnostic Overview 

Diagnostics in this service information assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods

Refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK for schematic and connector information.

Refer to AUDIO SYSTEM/NAVIGATION for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

For vehicles equipped with a touchscreen, the FCIM communicates with the scan tool through the I-CAN, and the IPC is used as the gateway module. For vehicles not equipped with a touchscreen, the FCIM does not communicate on the network.

Possible Sources 

Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks 

Verify BCM fuse 79 (15A) is OK.