Ford Explorer: Multifunction Electronic Modules / Description and Operation - Module Controlled Functions - Overview

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Electrical / Electronic Feature Group / Multifunction Electronic Modules / Description and Operation - Module Controlled Functions - Overview

Body Control Module (BCM)

The BCM controls the following:

  • Ambient lighting
  • Battery load shed function
  • Battery management function
  • Brake shift interlock (if equipped)
  • Delayed accessory function
  • Dimmable backlighting
  • HCM exterior lighting
  • Heated rear windows
  • Heated exterior mirrors
  • Ignition state messaging
  • Interior lighting
  • Keyless entry keypad
  • PATS
  • Perimeter alarm
  • Post crash alert function
  • Power door locks
  • Push-button start function
  • RKE system
  • Remote start function (if equipped)
  • SOBDMC (if equipped)
  • TPMS
  • Transport mode function
  • WACM

Body Control Module C (BCMC)

The BCMC controls the following:

  • A/C clutch control (if equipped)
  • A/C refrigerant distribution valves
  • AWD relay
  • Battery pack coolant control valves
  • Delay accessory relay
  • Engine coolant bypass valves
  • Front blower motor
  • Fuel pump relay
  • GSM (if equipped)
  • Headlamp washer relay (if equipped)
  • Horn relay
  • Multi-contour seats (if equipped)
  • Power point relays
  • Starter relay
  • Third row seat release (if equipped)
  • Wiper and washer relays

    Description and Operation - Module Controlled Functions - Component Location

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