Ford Fusion: Information and Entertainment System - General Information - Vehicles With: SYNC 3 / Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) - Police. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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NOTE:
If installing a new module, it is necessary to
upload the module configuration information to the scan tool prior to
removing the module. This information must be downloaded into the new
module after installation.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the FCIM following the on-screen instructions.
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Remove the bolts, nuts, release the harenss retainers and remove the plate.
Torque:
55 lb.in (6.2 Nm)
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Remove the screw, release the clips, disconnect the electrical connector and remove the LH center instrument panel trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the screw, release the clips and remove the RH center instrument panel trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the clips and remove the center lower trim panel.
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Release the clips and remove the FCIM bezel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Release the clips, disconnect the electrical connectors and remove the GSM bezel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the bolts and the FCIM.
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Torque:
22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the FCDIM
FCIM following the on-screen instructions.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the FCIM.
Refer to: Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) (415-00C)
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Other information:
Overview
Before beginning any service procedure in this manual, refer to health
and safety warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Before servicing any tire, ask the customer if anyone
injected a tire sealant into the tire...
Date: October 16, 2025
Automaker Ford has announced a recall affecting approximately 59,006 vehicles in the United States, among them some units of the Fusion model. The decision follows identification of a fault in the engine block heater which may develop a crack, allowing coolant to leak and possibly trigger a short-circuit under the hood...