Front Control Module: Removal
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 8 other vehicles, including the 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan, 2002 Dodge Caravan, 2002 Chrysler Voyager, 2002 Chrysler Town & Country, and 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Front Control Module (FCM) is mounted to front of Intelligent Power Module (IPM). See Figure. Remove battery from vehicle. Using a long, flat-blade screwdriver, carefully pry IPM retaining clips to allow IPM to be rotated upward to access FCM.
- Remove screws retaining FCM to IPM. Using both hands, pull FCM straight out from IPM connector until FCM is clear of IPM. See Figure. Remove FCM from vehicle.NOTE: If vehicle is not equipped with name brand speakers (Infinity, etc.) or headlight washers, the DRBIII®, must be used to disable the appropriate relays in the intelligent power module