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.
2013 Ford Transit Connect XLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Audio Front Control Module (ACM)
AUDIO FRONT CONTROL MODULE (ACM) DTC CHART
| DTC | Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| B1342 | ECU is Faulted |
NOTE:
Repair all other DTCs first before diagnosing DTC B1342. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. If only DTC B1342 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new Audio Front Control Module (ACM). REFER to AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
. TEST the system for normal operation. |
| B1117 | Audio Steering Wheel Button Stuck | GO to PINPOINT TEST D . |
| B1318 | Battery Voltage Low | GO to PINPOINT TEST T . |
| B2404 | Audio Steering Wheel Switch Circuit Fault | If equipped with steering wheel controls, GO to PINPOINT TEST D . If not equipped with steering wheel controls, DISREGARD the DTC. |
| B2405 | Audio Disc CD Player Thermal Shutdown Fault | The ACM was over-temperature. This may occur during extended use. Audio operation can resume after the ACM cools. CLEAR the DTCs. This is normal operation. |
| B2406 | Audio Disc CD Player Internal Fault |
NOTE:
DTC B1342 may also set. CLEAR the DTCs. REPEAT the self-test. If DTC B2406 is retrieved again, INSTALL a new ACM. REFER to AUDIO CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
. TEST the system for normal operation. |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION SYSTEM . |
| B2965 | Audio System Speaker Circuit Fault | GO to PINPOINT TEST B . |
| C1992 | Vehicle Speed Circuit Failure | GO to PINPOINT TEST O . |
| U2050 | No Application Present | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION SYSTEM . |
| U2051 | One or More Calibration Files Missing/Corrupt | REFER to MODULE CONFIGURATION SYSTEM . |
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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.