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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2018EXPEDITION MAX LIMITED, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESBRAKES CONTROL SYSTEMSABS GUIDED ROUTINE TESTINGPINPOINT TESTSPINPOINT TESTS D: ABS MODULE COMMUNICATION CONCERN WITH BCMPOSSIBLE CAUSES
2018 Ford Expedition MAX Limited, 4WD
Possible Causes
2018 Ford Expedition MAX Limited, 4WDSECTION Possible Causes
- Network communication concern
- Over or under voltage concerns
- GWM
- BCM
- ABS module
Harness Side
Harness Side
Harness Side
- D1: CHECK THE COMMUNICATION NETWORKÂ
- Ignition ON, engine OFF.
- Press the Read Vehicle Information button to view the results of the modules communicating on the network.
- Retrieve the continuous memory DTCs.
- Does the BCM pass the network test?Â
Yes No Go to  D2. DIAGNOSE the BCM does not communicate with the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to Module Communications Network article
- D2: CHECK THE GWM COMMUNICATIONÂ
- Ignition ON, engine OFF.
- Press the Read Vehicle Information button to view the results of the modules communicating on the network.
- Retrieve the continuous memory DTCs.
- Does the GWM pass the network test?Â
Yes No Go to  D3. DIAGNOSE the GWM does not communicate with the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to Module Communications Network article
- D3: CHECK THE BCM COMMUNICATIONÂ
- Ignition ON, engine OFF.
- Press the Read Vehicle Information button to view the results of the modules communicating on the network.
- Retrieve the continuous memory DTCs.
- Does the BCM pass the network test?Â
Yes No Go to  D4. DIAGNOSE the BCM does not communicate with the diagnostic scan tool. Refer to Module Communications Network article.
- D4: RECHECK THE ABS MODULE DTCSÂ
- Carry out the ABS self-test.
- Record all ABS module DTCs.
- Clear the ABS DTCs.
- Ignition OFF.
- Ignition ON, engine OFF.
- Carry out the ABS self-test.
- Are any of the DTCs listed in the Fault Trigger Conditions Table retrieved again?Â
Yes No Go to  D5. The system is operating correctly at this time. The DTC may have been set due to high network traffic or an intermittent fault condition.
- D5: CHECK FOR VOLTAGE DTCS IN THE ABS MODULEÂ
- Review the recorded DTCs from the ABS module self-test.
- Is DTC U3003:16 or U3003:17 present?Â
Yes No For DTC U3003:16, Go to PINPOINT TEST AÂ .
FOR DTC U3003:17, Go to PINPOINT TEST F .Go to  D6.
- D6: RETRIEVE ALL DTCS FROM THE GWMÂ
- Carry out the GWM self-test.
- Record all DTCs from the GWM self-test.
- Are any DTCs present?Â
Yes No DIAGNOSE the GWM DTC. Refer to Module Communications Network article. Go to  D7.
- D7: RETRIEVE ALL DTCS FROM THE BCMÂ
- Carry out the BCM self-test.
- Record all DTCs from the BCM self-test.
- Is DTC U3003:16 or U3003:17 present?Â
Yes No DIAGNOSE the BCM DTC. Refer to Multifunction Electronic Modules article. Go to  D8.
- D8: CHECK FOR OTHER CAUSES OF COMMUNICATION NETWORK CONCERNÂ NOTE: If new modules were installed prior to the DTC being set, the module configuration can be incorrectly set during the PMI or the PMI may not have been carried out.
- Check the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the BCM, the GWM or the ABS module. If recent service history is found:
- Verify the correct replacement module was installed. HVBOM may be used to verify correct part fitment.
- Verify the configuration of replacement module was correct. Re-configure the module using as-built data if prior configuration is suspect.
- Verify the module was not obtained from a like vehicle and installed into customer vehicle. Return the swapped module to source vehicle and obtain new replacement module.
- Operate the system and determine if the observable symptom is still present.
- Is the observable symptom still present?Â
Yes No Go to  D9. The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been due to incorrect parts replacement procedures or incorrect module configuration.
- Check the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the BCM, the GWM or the ABS module. If recent service history is found:
- D9: CHECK FOR COMMUNICATION DTCS IN OTHER MODULESÂ
- D10: VERIFY BCM OPERATIONÂ
- Ignition OFF.NOTE: The battery must be removed to access the ABS module electrical connector.
- Remove the battery. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Battery, Mounting and Cables article
- BCM_B connector disconnected. (C2280B)
- GWM connector disconnected. (C2431)
- ABS Module connector disconnected. (C135)
- Using a good light source, inspect all disconnected electrical connectors for the following:
- corrosion - install new connector or terminal and clean the module pins
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- spread terminals - install new terminals as necessary
- ABS Module connector connected. (C135) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- GWM connector connected. (C2431) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- BCM_B connector connected. (C2280B) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- Install the battery. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Battery, Mounting and Cables article
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?Â
Yes No INSTALL a new BCM.
CHECK OASIS for any service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA.
If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions.
If no services articles address this concern, INSTALL a new BCM. Refer to Multifunction Electronic Modules article.
ORDER a replacement BCM#2 module and INCLUDE the RVC on the form.
If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
- Ignition OFF.
- D11: VERIFY ABS MODULE OPERATIONÂ
- Ignition OFF.NOTE: The battery must be removed to access the ABS module electrical connector.
- Remove the battery. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Battery, Mounting and Cables article
- ABS Module connector disconnected. (C135)
- GWM connector disconnected. (C2431)
- BCM_B connector disconnected. (C2280B)
- Using a good light source, inspect all disconnected electrical connectors for the following:
- corrosion - install new connector or terminal and clean the module pins
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- spread terminals - install new terminals as necessary
- BCM_B connector connected. (C2280B) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- GWM connector connected. (C2431) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- ABS Module connector connected. (C135) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- Install the battery. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Battery, Mounting and Cables article
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?Â
Yes No INSTALL a new ABS module.
CHECK OASIS for any service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA.
If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions.
If no services articles address this concern, INSTALL a new ABS module. REFER to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control article
ORDER a replacement ABS module and INCLUDE the RVC on the form.
If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
- Ignition OFF.
- D12: VERIFY ABS OPERATIONÂ
- Ignition OFF.NOTE: The battery must be removed to access the ABS module electrical connector.
- Remove the battery. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Battery, Mounting and Cables article
- ABS Module connector disconnected. (C135)
- BCM_C connector disconnected.
- Using a good light source, inspect all disconnected electrical connectors for the following:
- corrosion - install new connector or terminal and clean the module pins
- damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
- pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
- spread terminals - install new terminals as necessary
- BCM_C connector connected. Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- ABS Module connector connected. (C135) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
- Install the battery. Refer to the appropriate procedure in Battery, Mounting and Cables article
- Operate the system and verify the concern is still present.
- Is the concern still present?Â
Yes No INSTALL a new ABS module.
CHECK OASIS for any service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA.
If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions.
If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new ABS module and HCU assembly. REFER to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control article
ORDER a replacement ABS module and HCU assembly. INCLUDE the RVC on the form.
If this is a Ford paid repair, INCLUDE the RVC on the warranty claim form.The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.
- Ignition OFF.
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- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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