Ford Fusion: Information and Entertainment System - General Information - Vehicles With: SYNC 3 / SYNC Module [APIM] - Police. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the retainer, release the clips and remove the RH center instrument panel trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
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Remove the retainers and the APIM.
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Disconnect the electrical connectors.
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: SYNC Module [APIM] Programming (415-00 Information and Entertainment System - General Information - Vehicles With: SYNC 3, General Procedures).
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the FDIM.
Refer to: Front Display Interface Module (FDIM) (415-00 Information and Entertainment System - General Information - Vehicles With: SYNC 3, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
Remove the FDIM.
Refer to: Front Display Interface Module (FDIM) (415-00 Information and Entertainment System - General Information - Vehicles With: SYNC 3, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
If equipped.
Remove the underbody shield.
Remove the rear driveshaft...
WARNING:
Always allow the engine to cool before opening the cooling
system. Do not unscrew the coolant pressure relief cap when the engine
is operating or the cooling system is hot. The cooling system is under
pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is
loosened slightly...