Ford Fusion: Instrument Panel and Interior Switches Illumination / Instrument Panel and Interior Switches Illumination - Overview. Description and Operation
Overview
Dimmable
illumination provides backlighting to switches and control components
when the parking lamps are on or a set level of intensity when the
ignition is on for non-dimmable components. The level of intensity for
the dimmable backlit components is adjusted by pressing the instrument
panel dimmer switch up to increase intensity or down to decrease
intensity.
The illumination sources can be controlled directly (non-networked) or indirectly (networked) by a module.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
FDIM
2
BCM
3
DDM
4
RDM
5
PDM
6
RDM
7
Headlamp Switch
8
Dimmable Components
9
GWM
10
Non-Dimmable Components
11
Non-Dimmable Components
12
Non-Dimmable Components
13
Non-Dimmable Components
14
Light Sensor
15
FCIM
16
APIM
17
ACM
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Other information:
Removal
Remove the rear door window regulator.
Refer to: Rear Door Window Regulator (501-11 Glass, Frames and Mechanisms, Removal and Installation).
Remove the rear door window regulator motor.
Remove the retainer.
Remove the retainers.
NOTE:
Locating studs must not be removed.
Inspect the studs.
Installation
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WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling
system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine
is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under
pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is
loosened slightly. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
serious personal injury.
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