Ford Explorer: Exterior Lighting / Removal and Installation - Trailer Module (TRM)

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Electrical / Lighting / Exterior Lighting / Removal and Installation - Trailer Module (TRM)

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

  1. NOTE: This step is only necessary if the TRM is being replaced.

    Using a diagnostic scan tool, begin the PMI process for the TRM following the on-screen instructions.
    Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component Description (418-01 Module Configuration, Description and Operation).
  1. Remove the stoplamp switch.
    Refer to: Stoplamp Switch (417-01 Exterior Lighting, Removal and Installation).
  1. NOTE: Depending on vehicle options, you may need to remove the bracket bolt and lower the TRM to disconnect the electrical connectors.

    Disconnect the TRM electrical connectors.
  1. Remove the TRM bracket bolt and the TRM.
    Torque: 25 lb.in (2.8 Nm)

Installation

  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  1. NOTE: Carry out this step only if the TRM is being replaced.

    Using a diagnostic scan tool, complete the PMI process for the TRM following the on-screen instructions.
    Refer to: Module Configuration - System Operation and Component Description (418-01 Module Configuration, Description and Operation).

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