MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Electrical Distribution

Communications Network

418-00 Module Communications Network

2016 MustangReference 5,873 / 6,619HTML edition
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B4 CHECK FOR CORRECT ABS (ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM) MODULE OPERATION

Ignition OFF. Disconnect and inspect the ABS module connector and related in-line connectors. Repair:

corrosion (install new connector or terminals - clean module pins) damaged or bent pins - install new terminals/pins pushed-out pins - install new pins as necessary

Reconnect the ABS module connector and related in-line connectors. Make sure they seat and latch correctly. Operate the system and determine if the concern is still present.

Is the concern still present?

Yes

CHECK OASIS for any applicable Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). If a TSB exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB instructions. If no Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) address this concern, INSTALL a new ABS module. REFER to: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module (206-09 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control, Removal and Installation).

No

The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by module connections. ADDRESS the root cause of any connector or pin issues.

The Vehicle Dynamics Control Module (VDM) Does Not Respond To The Diagnostic Scan Tool

Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 14 for schematic and connector information.

Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 41 for schematic and connector information.

Normal Operation and Fault Conditions

The VDM communicates with the diagnostic scan tool through the HS-CAN2.

Possible Sources

Fuse Wiring, terminals and connectors VDM

Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks

Verify BJB fuse 66 (5A) and BCM fuse 25 (30A) are OK.

PINPOINT TEST C : THE VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL MODULE (VDM) DOES NOT RESPOND TO

THE DIAGNOSTIC SCAN TOOL

C1 CHECK THE VDM (VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL MODULE) VOLTAGE SUPPLY CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN

Ignition OFF. Disconnect:VDM C4396 Ignition ON. Measure:

Click to display connectors

Positive Lead

Measurement / Action

Negative Lead

C4396-16

Ground

C4396-32

Ground

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