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What causes no GPS reception on Ford Focus Mk3?

What causes no GPS reception on Ford Focus Mk3?

On the Focus MK3 the GPS functionality is fully integrated into the FCDIM module (display). the FCDIM is a standalone CANbus module that communicates with other modules like for example the audio unit, bluetooth /Voicecontrol or APIM (SYNC) module and the PDC module. No GPS reception can be caused by a defective FCDIM. This is however pretty rare.

What does headunit do on Ford Focus Mk3?

Basically the headunit (audio unit) has nothing to do with the GPS. On the Focus MK3 the GPS functionality is fully integrated into the FCDIM module (display). the FCDIM is a standalone CANbus module that communicates with other modules like for example the audio unit, bluetooth /Voicecontrol or APIM (SYNC) module and the PDC module.

Where is the GPS cable on a Ford Focus?

I have been to a FORD dealer and they say they CANNOT get the cable that is fitted from the base of the antenna to the connector located in the RHS window pillar. Instead, they supplied and INTERIOR GPS antenna and cable that connects into the pillar break but this is not acceptable!!

Can you go back to Ford Focus 3.0?

It’s impossible to go back to 3.0 once you reformat using the tool which is used in this guide. If you update you may not receive any further system or map updates from Ford and have to do all future updates manually by finding files and creating your own update packages from 3rd party guides.

On the Focus MK3 the GPS functionality is fully integrated into the FCDIM module (display). the FCDIM is a standalone CANbus module that communicates with other modules like for example the audio unit, bluetooth /Voicecontrol or APIM (SYNC) module and the PDC module. No GPS reception can be caused by a defective FCDIM. This is however pretty rare.

Basically the headunit (audio unit) has nothing to do with the GPS. On the Focus MK3 the GPS functionality is fully integrated into the FCDIM module (display). the FCDIM is a standalone CANbus module that communicates with other modules like for example the audio unit, bluetooth /Voicecontrol or APIM (SYNC) module and the PDC module.

How can I Fix my Ford Focus Mk3?

We are not responsible for any loss or damage. Press and hold OK button on the steering wheel. Turn the ignition on. You can also start the car. Wait for the TEST message on the trip computer display and release the button. Use arrows to move through the menu. Turn the ignition off to exit. ECOmode – status of the economy rating function

How to check the economy rating of a Ford Focus Mk3?

Turn the ignition on. You can also start the car. Wait for the TEST message on the trip computer display and release the button. Use arrows to move through the menu. Turn the ignition off to exit. ECOmode – status of the economy rating function

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