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Module-Front Control: Description

The Front Control Module (FCM) is a micro controller based module located in the left front corner of the engine compartment. The front control module mates to the power distribution center to form the Integrated Power Module (IPM). The IPM connects directly to the battery and provides the primary means of circuit protection and power distribution for all vehicle electrical systems. The front control module controls power to some of these vehicle systems electrical and electromechanical loads based on inputs received from hard tired switch inputs and data received on the CAN bus circuit.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Control Module (FCM)
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