Front Control Module Replacement

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the positive and negative battery cables from the battery.
2. Remove the battery from the vehicle. Refer to the procedure in Battery Systems.

Fig.6 Removing Intelligent Power Module:

3. Using a long flat-pladed screwdriver, gently twist the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) retaining clip outboard to free the intelligent power module from its mounting bracket (Fig. 6). Rotate intelligent power module upward to access the Front Control Module (FCM) retaining screws.
4. Remove the front control module retaining screws.

Fig.7 Front Control Module:

5. Using both hands, pull the front control module straight from the intelligent power module assembly to disconnect the 49-way electrical connector (Fig. 7) and remove the front control module from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION
1. Install the front control module in the intelligent power module assembly by pushing the 49-way electrical connector straight in (Fig. 7).
2. Install the front control module retaining screws. Torque the screws to 7 in. lbs..
3. Rotate the intelligent power module assembly downward to secure in mounting bracket.
4. Install the battery in the vehicle. Refer to the procedure in Battery Systems.
5. Connect the positive and negative battery cables.

NOTE: If the vehicle is not equipped with Name Brand Speakers (NBS, Infinity) or Headlamp Washers the DRB III must be used to Disable the appropriate relays in the Intelligent Power Module Assembly.