Ford Escape: Information and Entertainment System - General Information / Removal and Installation - SYNC Module [APIM]
Removal
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Remove the ACM .
Refer to: Audio Front Control Module (ACM) (415-00 Information and
Entertainment System - General Information, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the screws and position the APIM down.
Torque:
44 lb.in (5 Nm)
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Disconenct the electrical connectors and remove the APIM and bracket as an assembly.
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Remove the screws and the APIM .
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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If a new APIM is being installed, program the APIM to the correct software level.
Refer to: Module Programming (418-01 Module Configuration, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the RH loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
SYNC module [APIM] to universal serial bus (USB) hub cable (instrument panel side)
Remove the APIM ...
Other information:
What Is the Power Outlet
The power outlet can power devices using
a 12 V outlet adapter.
Power Outlet Precautions
When you switch the vehicle on, you can
use the socket to power 12 V appliances
with a maximum current rating of 15 A. Do
not use the power point over the vehicle
capacity of 12 V DC 180 W or a fuse could
blow...
Depower
WARNING:
Incorrect repair techniques or actions can cause an
accidental Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) deployment. Never
compromise or depart from these instructions. Failure to precisely
follow all instructions could result in serious personal injury from an
accidental deployment...