Lighting Control Module (LCM) Programming

1998 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0 P, AWDSECTION Lighting Control Module (LCM) Programming
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Prior to removal of LCM, upload module configuration information to the New Generation Star (NGS) tester using manufacturer's instructions. Once module has been replaced, download module configuration information from NGS tester into new module.

NOTE: NGS tester will only store module configuration information for 24 hours.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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