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2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, AWD
Section 13 (Module Communications Network)
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, AWDSECTION Section 13 (Module Communications Network)
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- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Communications Network
- Notes
- Principles of Operation
- Inspection and Verification
- DTC Charts
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: The PCM Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test B: The ABS Module Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test C: The IPC Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test D: The Trailer Brake Control (TBC) Module Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test E: The Restraints Control Module (RCM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test F: The Auxiliary Heater Control Module (AHCM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test G: The Transmission Control Module (TCM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test H: The Body Control Module (BCM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test I: The Driver Seat Module (DSM) Does Not Communicate With the Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test J: The HVAC Module Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test K: The Audio Front Control Module (ACM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test L: The Audio Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Module Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test M: The Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test N: The Dual Climate Controlled Seat Module (DCSM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test O: The Circuit Deactivation Ignition Module (CDIM) Does Not Communicate With the Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test P: The Parking Aid Module (PAM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test Q: The Global Positioning System Module (GPSM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test R: The Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test S: The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test T: The Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test U: The Heated Steering Wheel Module (HSWM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test V: The Tire Pressure Monitor Module (TPM) Does Not Respond To The Scan Tool
- Pinpoint Test W: No High Speed Controller Area Network (HS-CAN) Communication, All Modules Are Not Responding
- Pinpoint Test X No Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN) Communication, All Modules Are Not Responding
- Pinpoint Test Y: No Infotainment Controller Area Network (I-CAN) Communication, All Modules Are Not Responding
- Pinpoint Test Z: No Power To The Scan Tool
- Communications Network
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.