Normal Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The Side Obstacle Detection Control Module - Left (SOD-L) and Side Obstacle Detection Control Module - Right (SOD-R) are identical modules except that the SOD-R uses an address ground pin for configuration. The address ground is necessary so that the Blind Spot Information System (BLIS™) or the Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) system can decipher between the SOD-R and the SOD-L during configuration. The SOD-R communicates over the Medium Speed Controller Area Network (MS-CAN).
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
- Wiring, terminals or connectors
- SOD-R