Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Ford Excursion 2WD V10-6.8LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Module: Service and Repair
Vehicle Security Module
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
NOTE: Prior to removal of the vehicle security module, it is necessary to upload module configuration information to a diagnostic tool. This information needs to be downloaded into the new module once installed.
2. Locate the vehicle security module on the dash panel behind the radio and heater controls and disconnect the vehicle security module electrical connectors.
3. Remove the nuts and the vehicle security module.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: Once the new module is installed it is necessary to download the module configuration information from the diagnostic tool into the new module.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
NOTE: Prior to removal of the vehicle security module, it is necessary to upload module configuration information to a diagnostic tool. This information needs to be downloaded into the new module once installed.
2. Locate the vehicle security module on the dash panel behind the radio and heater controls and disconnect the vehicle security module electrical connectors.
3. Remove the nuts and the vehicle security module.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: Once the new module is installed it is necessary to download the module configuration information from the diagnostic tool into the new module.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.