Pinpoint Test M : VDM (Vehicle Dynamics Control Module) Configuration Concern

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Pinpoint Test M : VDM (Vehicle Dynamics Control Module) Configuration Concern
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  1. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    REFER to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension - System Operation and Component Description .

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    VDM U2024:51 Control Module Cal-Config Data: Not Programmed Sets as a continuous memory DTC due to incomplete or improper VDM programming.
    VDM U2100:00 Initial Configuration Not Complete: No Sub Type Information Sets as a continuous memory DTC due to incomplete or improper VDM programming.
    VDM U2200:00 Control Module Configuration Memory Corrupt: No Sub Type Information Sets as a continuous memory DTC due to incomplete or improper VDM programming.
    VDM U3000:04 Control Module: System Internal Failures Sets as a continuous memory DTC due to incomplete or improper VDM programming.
    VDM U3000:49 Control Module: Internal Electronic Failure Sets as a continuous memory DTC when the VDM has disabled an output due to an overload condition.
    VDM U1000:00 Solid State Driver Protection Active -Driver Disabled: No Sub Type Information Sets as a continuous memory DTC when the VDM has disabled an output due to an overload condition.

    Possible Sources 

    • VDM configuration
    • VDM

  2. M1 CHECK FOR OTHER VDM (VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, check the VDM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

    Are any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) other than U2024:51, U2100:00, U2200:00, U3000:04, U3000:49, or U1000:00 present in the VDM? 

    Yes  DIAGNOSE all other VDM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) before continuing this test. REFER to DTC Chart: Vehicle Dynamics Control Module (VDM) .
    No  GO to  M2
  3. M2 CHECK THE VEHICLE SERVICE HISTORY

    • Check the vehicle service history for recent service actions related to the VDM.

    Are any recent service actions related to the VDM found? 

    Yes  INSTALL As-Built data for the VDM following the diagnostic scan tool instructions. REFER to: Module Programming .
    No  GO to  M3
  4. M3 RECHECK THE VDM (VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear the VDM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the VDM self-test.

    Is DTC U2024:51, U2100:00, U2200:00, U3000:04, U3000:49, or U1000:00 still present? 

    Yes  INSTALL a new VDM. REFER to: Vehicle Dynamics Control Module (VDM) 
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by an intermittent condition.
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