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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.
2011 Ford Explorer Base, FWD, 6F55FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM)
FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| B00D5:01 | Restraint System Passenger Disable Indicator: General Electrical Failure | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). WAIT 10 seconds. REPEAT the self-test. If Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B00D5:01 is still present, INSTALL a new Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM). REFER to FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM) . |
| B113C:11 | Hazard Switch Illumination: Circuit Short To Ground | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). WAIT 10 seconds. REPEAT the self-test. If Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B113C:11 is still present, INSTALL a new Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM). REFER to FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM) . |
| B1202:01 | Restraint System Passenger Enable Indicator: General Electrical Failure | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). WAIT 10 seconds. REPEAT the self-test. If Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) B1202:01 is still present, INSTALL a new Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM). REFER to FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM) . |
| U0155:00 | Lost Communication With Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Module: No Sub Type Information | REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE R . |
| U0423:00 | Invalid Data Received From Instrument Panel Cluster Control Module: No Sub Type Information | REFER to DTC CHART: INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) to RETRIEVE and FOLLOW Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) present in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). |
| U2013:63 | Switch Pack: Circuit / Component Protection Time-Out | REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE O . |
| U201A:51 | Control Module Main Calibration Data: Not Programmed | Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U201A:51 sets when the Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) calibration is missing or corrupted. The INSTALL a new Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM). REFER to FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM) . |
| U3000:41 | Control Module: General Checksum Failure | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). WAIT 10 seconds. REPEAT the self-test. If Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U3000:41 is still present, INSTALL a new Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM). REFER to FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM) . |
| U3000:42 | Control Module: General Memory Failure | CLEAR the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). WAIT 10 seconds. REPEAT the self-test. If Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U3000:42 is still present, INSTALL a new Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM). REFER to FRONT CONTROLS INTERFACE MODULE (FCIM) . |
| U3003:16 | Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold | REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE W . |
| U3003:17 | Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold | REFER to DIAGNOSTIC ROUTINE X . |
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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.
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