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Pinpoint Test N : The FDIM (Front Display Interface Module) Illumination Is Inoperative Or Does Not Dim

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  1. Audio System/Navigation - With Touchscreen/Without Sony for schematic and connector information.

    Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    REFER to: Instrument Panel and Interior Switches Illumination - System Operation and Component Description .

    Possible Sources 

    • Communication network concern
    • Wiring, terminals or connectors
    • APIM
    • FDIM

  2. N1 PERFORM A NETWORK TEST

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform a network test.

    Does the ACM and the APIM pass the network test? 

    Yes  GO to  N2
    No  DIAGNOSE a concern with the network. REFER to: Communications Network .

  3. N2 PERFORM A TEST OF THE AUDIO SYSTEM FROM THE FDIM (FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE)

    • VERIFY that the audio system can be operated from the FDIM.

    Does the audio system responds normally to FDIM inputs? 

    Yes  GO to  N3
    No  REFER to the appropriate Information and Entertainment System article.

  4. N3 CHECK FOR CORRECT FDIM (FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE) OPERATION

    • Disconnect and inspect all FDIM 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 FDIM and related in-line connectors and all previously disconnected illumination system connectors. Make sure all connectors seat and latch correctly.

    • Operate the system to determine if the concern is still present.

    Is the concern still present? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, Refer to FDIM GUIDED ROUTINE TESTING
    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.
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