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.
2012 Ford Explorer Base, 2.0 9FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Front Lighting Control Module (FLM)
FLM DTC CHART
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| B10A6:72 | Main Light Switch: Actuator Stuck Open | INSTALL a new FLM. REFER to Front Lighting Control Module (FLM) . |
| B1130:71 | Light switch module: Actuator Stuck | INSTALL a new FLM. REFER to Front Lighting Control Module (FLM) . |
| B11D9:16 | Vehicle Battery: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold | REFER to Diagnostic Routine AE: DTC B11D9:16 . |
| B11D9:17 | Vehicle Battery: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold | REFER to Diagnostic Routine AF: DTC B11D9:17 . |
| U0140:87 | Lost Communication With Body Control Module: Missing Message | REFER to Diagnostic Routine AG: DTC U0140:87 . |
| U0422:86 | Invalid Data Received From Body Control Module: Signal Invalid | DIAGNOSE all non-network DTCs from the BCM. REFER to DTC CHART: BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) . |
| U3000:49 | Control Module: Internal Electronic Failure | INSTALL a new FLM. REFER to Front Lighting Control Module (FLM) . |
Factory Service Tools
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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.