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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2018TRANSIT CONNECT XL, VAN CARGOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESBRAKES CONTROL SYSTEMSABS GUIDED ROUTINE TESTINGPINPOINT TESTSPINPOINT TESTS P: SASM INCOMPATIBILITY CONCERNPOSSIBLE CAUSES
2018 Ford Transit Connect XL, Van Cargo

Possible Causes

2018 Ford Transit Connect XL, Van CargoSECTION Possible Causes
  • Network concern
  • BCM configuration concern
  • SASM
  1. P1: CHECK THE SASM AND BCM DTCS 
    • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
    • Carry out the SASM self-test.
    • Carry out the BCM self-test.
    • Are any communication or module internal failure DTCs present? 
      Yes No
      For the SASM, REFER to the SASM DTC Chart .
      For the BCM, Refer to Multifunction Electronic Modules article      		 Go to  P2.
  2. P2: RECHECK FOR SASM DTC U0300:00 
    • Clear the SASM DTCs.
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
    • Carry out the SASM self-test.
    • Is DTC U0300:00 still present? 
      Yes No
      Go to  P3. The concern was caused by the installation of a new BCM. The repair is complete.
  3. P3: PROGRAM THE BCM 
    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the PMI for the BCM using as-built data.
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
    • Carry out the SASM self-test.
    • Is DTC U0300:00 still present? 
      Yes No
      Go to  P4. The concern was caused by a incomplete or improperly programmed BCM, the repair is complete.
  4. P4: CHECK FOR CORRECT SASM OPERATION 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • SCCM_A connector disconnected.
    • Repair:
      • corrosion (install new connector or terminal - clean module pins)
      • damaged or bent pins - install new terminals or pins
      • pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary
    • SASM connector connected. (C2414) Make sure the connector seats and latches correctly.
    • Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.
    • Is the concern still present? 
      Yes No
      CHECK OASIS for any applicable 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 SASM. REFER to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control article      		 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.
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