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
..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the B-pillar trim panel.
Refer to: B-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Remove the bolt.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
Rotate the seatbelt shoulder height adjuster to release the locking tab.
Remove the seat..
WARNING: Do not use any fluid
other than the recommended brake fluid
as this will reduce brake efficiency. Use
of incorrect fluid could result in the loss
of vehicle control, serious personal injury
or death.
WARNING: Only use brake fluid
from a sealed container. Contamination
with dirt, water, petroleum products or
other materials may result in brake
system damage or failure. Failure to ..