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• Brand:

  

  

• SKU:

  KL3Z-14F642-A

• Other Names:

  Module Smart Data Link

• Description:

  This genuine Ford smart data link module, also cataloged as the gateway module or GPS navigation control module, acts as the central communication gateway routing data between the vehicle's electronic control modules over the CAN bus network, fitting 2019-2020 F-150 pickups across gas, flex-fuel, and diesel engine configurations. Buyers typically search for this part after experiencing no-communication faults on a scan tool, multiple modules failing to respond during diagnosis, dead network complaints, intermittent warning lights with no clear root cause, malfunctioning SYNC or infotainment features, or a truck that fails to complete network initialization after a battery disconnect. Because this module stores vehicle configuration data and manages inter-module communication, a replacement unit is VIN-specific and must be programmed to the vehicle using Ford's diagnostic software before it will function correctly; programming is required and should be planned for as part of the replacement, separate from the part itself. This is not a simple plug-and-play swap, and technicians should confirm the as-built configuration matches the donor vehicle before installation to avoid mismatched module data. The module mounts within the engine compartment fuse and relay box area and connects through a multi-pin harness connector; inspect the connector and surrounding wiring for corrosion or damage before condemning the module, since connector issues can mimic module failure. This listing is for the module only; professional installation and dealer-level programming are recommended to restore full vehicle network function and clear related diagnostic trouble codes.

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