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- [Narrator] This supplemental video
overviews the installation of the aftermarket equipment,
Ford Plug-In Modem Kit, using a 2016 Transit as an example.
Refer to the Ford Plug-In Modem Kit instructions
for the year, make, and model
of the vehicle you are connecting
for complete detailed instructions.
These are available modem.ford.com.
The Ford Workshop Manual may also assist
in identifying vehicle disassembly
and reassembly procedures.
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The Ford Plug-In Modem Kit box labels
include the ESN or electronic serial number.
Keep the ESN nearby.
You will need it to complete and validate installation.
This number can be found on the kit box top
and the plug-in modem itself.
Inside the kit, you'll find a card
that identifies the website for installation instructions
and a phone number for installation questions.
The Ford Plug-In Modem warranty statement.
This card should be placed inside the vehicle's glove box
with other vehicle owner information for future reference.
A bag that contains tie straps, an alcohol wipe,
an adhesion promoter packet, and a loop pad.
The hook half of the pad is already attached
to the plug-in modem.
The wire harness.
This harness provides the connection points
for the Ford Plug-In Modem,
as well as a connector that maintains an OBD port
for vehicle diagnostics.
And finally, the Ford Plug-In Modem with hookpad attached.
The modem also displays the ESN,
although it may be labeled as S/N or S-N.
Note that the ESN always contains
eight uppercase letters and digits,
and the ESN may contain zeroes only,
never a letter O.
The tools required for installation vary
depending on the vehicle.
For transit, they include standard shop tools,
optional plastic gloves, and a panel removal tool.
See the detailed instructions at modem.ford.com
for more information.
Move the panels to access
the Ford Plug-In Modem mounting location
and area where you will route the three-way harness.
You'll need to use a panel removal tool.
Locate the vehicle OBD port below and to the left
of the steering column.
Remove the OBD port
from its instrument panel mounting bracket.
If the vehicle harness has a retainer
near the mounting bracket, leave it in.
For the vehicle type you're connecting,
refer to the detailed instructions found at modem.ford.com.
The modem must be installed in the specific area identified
for your vehicle.
On the Transit, this area is the HVAC duct
inside the cavity behind the instrument cluster.
Remove the cover on the top of the instrument panel
using a panel removal tool.
To attach the mounting pad,
first visually inspect the mounting location
to ensure it's free of contaminants.
Thoroughly clean the surface area
with an isopropyl alcohol wipe.
Prepare for the loop mounting pad adhesion
by following the instructions with the adhesion promoter.
The use of nitrile gloves is recommended.
Hold the packet upright and avoid squeezing it.
Tear across at the notches to expose the sponge applicator.
Hold the bottom section of the packet
without removing the sponge while applying the promoter.
The packet should be used as soon as possible after opening.
Be sure the promoter is dry before applying
the adhesive back loop mounting pad to the mounting surface.
It typically dries in no more than 90 seconds.
Remove the clear plastic from the adhesive backing
on the loop pad and apply it to the prepared surface
by kneading it firmly into place with a circular motion
to force any bubbles out.
The three-way harness allows you to connect
the Ford Plug-In Modem
while maintaining an available vehicle OBD connection.
Remember to follow the vehicle specific directions
for your vehicle type.
Connect the OBD male connector on the short wire bundle
to the factory vehicle OBD.
This is the only male connection of the kit harness.
In some vehicle applications,
this connection will be to the vehicle's gateway module.
Secure these connections with a tie strap
through the center of the wiring,
being careful not to pinch any wires.
Trim excess off of the tie strap
without leaving sharp points.
Be sure the head of the strap tie is positioned up
and at the edge of the harness.
Insert the female connector on the short wire bundle
into the OBD mounting bracket under the instrument panel,
ensuring that it's oriented the same
as the factory connection.
This will become the new OBD vehicle connector.
Route the kit harness modem connector
to the modem mounting location.
This is the long end of the kit wiring harness.
Connect the Ford Plug-In Modem
to this harness modem connector.
Once you confirm all connections,
secure the modem and harness modem connector together
with a tie strap.
Be sure the head of the strap tie is positioned up
and at the edge of the harness on the side opposite
the dual lock.
This is necessary to ensure a flush fit
once you permanently attach the modem to the loop pad.
Now you can perform a connection check
by observing the lights on the modem.
A white light indicates the unit has power.
If it does not light up, check all connections
before proceeding, then start the vehicle.
(alert blinging)
A blinking green light indicates
the modem has the capability of receiving
and transmitting vehicle data.
If no light is present, check each harness connection.
When you are satisfied with all connections
and the modem has power,
secure the modem to the permanent mounting location.
Attach the Ford Plug-In Modem
by positioning the modem over the mounting pad.
It may be helpful to start with a slip of paper
in between the surfaces
to prevent the dual lock material from grabbing
before the modem is in the correct position.
Once aligned, remove the piece of paper
and wiggle the modem down into the loop pad
until the modem is secure.
Next, complete the binding process
by visiting cdvt.ford.com
and assign the Ford Plug-In Modem ESN
to the specific vehicle VIN.
Enter the VIN at the site
to allow vehicle data communication.
Refer to the Ford Plug-In Modem Kit instructions
for the year, make, and model of the vehicle
you are connecting for complete detailed instructions.
Finally, you can complete vehicle reassembly.
Be sure to refer to the installation instructions
for the recommended final harness orientation
for each vehicle type.
Verify that the three-way harness is clear
of all moving components and the foot zone.
Then if necessary for the vehicle you're working on,
loop any excess three-way harness wiring onto itself
and secure with tie straps to a hard point
on the instrument panel, not to other harnesses,
and re-install all trim panels.
That's it, you've enabled a Ford vehicle
to transmit telematics data.
Remember, visit modem.ford.com
to download Ford Plug-In Modem Kit instructions
for your specific vehicle.