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Install (For Vehicles with 16V Batteries)

  1. Position the front body controller module into the vehicle for installation.
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  2. Secure the edge clip to install the ground cable to the backside of front controller.
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  3. Install the harness guide, and then tilt the front controller backward for installation.
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  4. Install the bolts (x3) that attach the front body controller module to the vehicle.

    10 Nm (7.4 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 10 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench

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  5. Secure the harness guide, and then connect the front body controller module harness connectors (x4).
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  6. With the X010 connector disconnected, move the gray locking lever fully into the unlocked position, use the black connector body to fully seat the X010 connector into the front body controller module, and then secure the locking lever.
    CAUTION: Do not try to seat the connector with the locking lever closed.

    Tip: Apply alternating firm pressure on the top and bottom of the black connector housing to fully seat the connector before securing the connector lock.

    NOTE: The locking lever should easily click into position when the connector is properly seated.
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  7. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the front body controller module shield assembly to the front body controller.

    8.5 Nm (6.3 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench

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  8. Connect the thermal sub-harness to the front body controller module.
    NOTE: Press the locking tab, and then rotate to release.
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  9. Remove the inflatable air bag.
    NOTE: Deflate the inflatable air bag prior removal.
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  10. Secure the push clips (x2) to install the cowl screen assembly.
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  11. Install the bolt that attaches the ground cable to the front controller.

    8.5 Nm (6.3 lbs-ft) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
    • Flex head ratchet/flex head torque wrench
    • Ratchet/torque wrench

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  12. Install the 12V/LV battery. See 12V/LV BATTERY (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
    NOTE: Connect a LV maintainer after installing the LV battery cable stand off.
  13. Reinstall the vehicle software. See SOFTWARE REINSTALL - TOOLBOX .
  14. Remove the LV battery maintainer.
  15. Finish the remaining steps of installing the 12V/LV battery. See 12V/LV BATTERY (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
    NOTE: No need to reinstall the firmware again.
  16. Position the cabin intake upper duct assembly into the vehicle, and then install the clips that attach the intake duct to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Older vehicles may be equipped with 4 clips.
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  17. Install the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  18. Make sure the vehicle firmware is version 2021.36 or above. Update the vehicle software if necessary.
  19. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
  20. In Toolbox, click the Dashboard  tab, and search for "VCFRONT Replacement - 2022 Q4 Campaign", select VCFRONT can (self-test)  , click Run  , and then allow the routine to complete.
  21. Select Front Vehicle Controller Lockout Circuit Connection  , click Run  , and then allow the routine to complete.
  22. Select Coolant Pump Identification  , click Run  , and then allow the routine to complete.
  23. In Toolbox, click the Actions  tab, and search for "Thermal System Performance Test", select Thermal System Performance Test  , click Run  , and then allow the routine to complete.
  24. Search for "Post VCFRONT Replacement Headlamp Calibration", select Post VCFRONT Replacement Headlamp Calibration  , click Run  , and then allow the routine to complete.
  25. Disconnect Toolbox and remove the laptop from the vehicle.
  26. Raise all the windows and close the LH front door.
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