Principles of Operation

NOTE:
^ Newly released modules will require configuration after being installed on the vehicle. All configurable modules will be packaged in a kit which contains a warning label and a multi-language sheet reemphasizing the requirements to configure replacement modules.
^ The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has to be flash programmed using a flash cable.

Module Configuration
There are two modes of configuration data. The first type requires configuration information so that the module can interact with the vehicle correctly. A Ford compatible scan tool must be used to retrieve configuration data from the old module before it is removed from the vehicle. This information will be transferred into the new module so that the new module will contain the same settings as the old module. Modules on the vehicle that require configuration when installing a replacement module are:
^ the anti-lock brake control module.
^ the anti-lock brake control module with traction control.
^ the remote keyless entry (driver door module).
^ the instrument cluster.
^ the instrument cluster with message center.
^ the rear electronic module.
^ the front electronic module.

To carry out the configuration process
1. Upload the old information from the old module using the Ford Service Function (FSF) card and the New Generation Star (NGS) Tester.
2. Install the new module.

NOTE: The NGS Tester will not retain the stored configuration information for longer than 24 hours.

3. Download the stored information into the new module using the FSF card and the NGS Tester.

If you are unable to carry out the configuration process, refer to Inspection and Verification. Inspection and Verification (Start Here)

Customer Preference Index:

Customer Driven Preferences
The second type of configuration data is customer preference driven. These are items that the customer may or may not want to have enabled. Typically, customer preference items can be toggled on or off by the use of a Ford compatible scan tool. You may need to ask the customer which preferences they had enabled prior to installation of the new module.

To carry out the customer configuration process, use a FSF card and the NGS Tester. Refer to the Customer Preference Index for modules on the vehicle that have customer preference items. Configure the items as needed with a Ford compatible scan tool.