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 Taurus Limited, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Front Display Interface Module (FDIM) DTCs - Without Navigation
FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION - WITHOUT NAVIGATION
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| B1318 | Battery Voltage Low | GO to PINPOINT TEST AW . |
| B1342 | ECU is Faulted | CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. If DTC B1342 is still present, INSTALL a new Front Display Interface Module (FDIM). REFER to FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM) . REPEAT the self-test. |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| U0140 | Lost Communication With Body Control Module (GEM) | GO to PINPOINT TEST AE . |
| U0155 | Lost Communication With Instrument Panel Cluster (IC) Control Module | GO to PINPOINT TEST AG . |
| U0164 | Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module (EATC) | GO to PINPOINT TEST AH . |
| U0184 | Lost Communication With Radio (ACM) | GO to PINPOINT TEST AJ . |
| U0197 | Lost Communication With Telephone Control Module | GO to PINPOINT TEST AK . |
| U0238 | Lost Communication With Digital Audio Control Module "D" (DSP) | GO to PINPOINT TEST AL . |
| U2050 | No Application Present | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
| U2051 | One or More Calibration Files Missing/Corrupt | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION . |
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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.