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2016 Explorer – Genuine Ford Accessory Installed Remote Start – Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Remote Start / Climate Control Menu Items Grayed Out
Some 2016 Explorer vehicles with Genuine Ford Accessory installed remote start systems may exhibit a concern where the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Remote Start Climate Control menu items are grayed out and are not selectable.
Reprogram the Heating Venting and Air Conditioning (HVAC) module to the latest calibration using IDS release 98.05 or higher.
Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest updates.
Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraftservice.com.
Service Information & Reprogramming
Software necessary to program electronic modules to the latest calibration level, perform module initialization (PATS), and set Programmable Parameters on Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles.
Ford Module Programming (FMP) is a software application that allows subscribers to program electronic modules on Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles. It can be used for:
- Reprogramming emission-related (OBDII) modules on some vehicles manufactured in 1995 and all vehicles manufactured from 1996 to the present
- Reprogramming or reconfiguring non-emission-related modules on many vehicles (UBP and MS-CAN not supported)
In addition, module initialization (PATS) functions such as Keycode Erase/Reprogram and PCM Parameter Reset can be done using this application.
J2534 Device 
using Ford Module Programming (FMP) can Reprogram and Configure most Modules.
Latest Calibration Information
Module Build Data (As-Built)
Use VIN to obtain As-Built data
