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3. Remove the keyless antenna cable and IPM (Instrument Panel Module) (A) after loosening 3 nuts and 

disconnecting 5 connectors. 

Fig. 52: Identifying Instrument Panel Module 
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4. Installation is the reverse of removal.  

FAM (FRONT AREA MODULE) 

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.  

2. Remove the FAM cover from the engine room.  

3. Remove the 2 FAM connectors (A) and battery terminal nut (B). 

Fig. 53: Identifying FAM Connectors And Battery Terminal Nut 
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4. Remove the IPM (B) from the splash shield (C) after loosening the 3 IPM mounting bolts (A) and the 

IPM mounting clip. 

 

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Fig. 54: Identifying IPM Mounting Bolts And Splash Shield 
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5. Disconnect the connector from the splash shield.  

6. Installation is the reverse of removal.  

RAM (REAR AREA MODULE) 

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.  

2. Remove the left luggage side trim. Refer to INTERIOR TRIM .  

3. Remove the RAM (A) after loosening the 7 connectors and the 3 RAM mounting bolts (A). 

Fig. 55: Identifying Ram Mounting Bolts 
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4. Installation is the reverse of removal.  

DTC CODES 

 

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DTC B1102 BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW 

COMPONENT LOCATION 

Fig. 56: Locating Alternator 
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION 

IPM is a component of BCM that consists of DDM, ADM, FAM, RAM, IMS and cluster module. Each 
component of BCM controls relative unit and share information by CAN communication line. IPM is 
abbreviation of Instrument Panel Module, it is located at the lower part of steering column and controls front 
area electronic unit. 

DTC DESCRIPTION 

The ECM sets DTC B1102 if voltage measured at IPM power line is less than threshold value. 

DTC DETECTING CONDITION 

DTC DETECTING CONDITION 

MONITOR DTC STATUS 

1. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC).  

2. Ignition "ON" & engine "OFF".  

3. Select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)" mode and monitor "DTC Status" parameter.  

4. Is the DTC B1102 present? 

Item

Detecting Condition

Possible Cause

DTC Strategy



Check voltage  

-

Enable Conditions

-

Threshold value



9V  

Detecting time



500 msec  

 

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YES  

Go to TERMINAL AND CONNECTOR INSPECTION procedure. 

NO  

Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor's and/or ECM's connector or was repaired and 
ECM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, 
corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and then go to 
"VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR" procedure. 

TERMINAL AND CONNECTOR INSPECTION 

1. Many malfunctions in the electrical system are caused by poor harness and terminals. 

Faults can also be caused by interference from other electrical systems, and mechanical or chemical 
damage. 

2. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, 

deterioration, or damage.  

3. Has a problem been found? 

YES  

Repair as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION VEHICLE REPAIR" procedure. 

NO  

Go to POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT INSPECTION procedure. 

POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT INSPECTION 

1. Check sensing terminal of alternator. 

1. IGN: OFF  

2. Disconnect alternator connector  

3. IGN: ON  

4. Measure voltage value between terminal "C01-1" of alternator and chassis ground. 

Specification: 11.5-13.5V 

 

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