Module, Hands Free (HFM): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Dodge Journey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The Hands Free Module (HFM) (1) is mounted above the steering column (3) and against the dash panel (4) to the underside of the instrument panel column support bracket.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), disconnect the IBS connector first before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
- Remove the knee blocker from the instrument panel steering column opening. Refer to KNEEBLOCKER, REMOVAL .
- Remove the brake pedal assembly from the dash panel (4). Refer to PEDAL(S), BRAKE AND/OR ACCELERATOR, REMOVAL
.NOTE:
One of the HFM fasteners is concealed between the forward (connector) side of the module and the dash panel.
- Remove the fasteners (2) that secure the HFM (1) to the underside of the instrument panel column support bracket.
- Lower the HFM far enough to access and disconnect the three wire harness connections (5) from the module connector receptacles.
- Remove the HFM from above the steering column (3) and under the instrument panel.