Component Description: APIM

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The APIM consists of 2 internal modules: the Customer Interface Processor (CIP) and the Vehicle Interface Processor (VIP). These modules are not replaceable individually, but can be flashed independently, if required.

The Customer Interface Processor (CIP) interfaces with all of the inputs to the APIM . It contains an analog-to-digital-to analog converter, as well as the Bluetooth chipset. Any application upgrades that are available to the consumer are loaded directly to the Customer Interface Processor (CIP) through the USB port.

The Vehicle Interface Processor (VIP) provides an interface between the Customer Interface Processor (CIP) and the vehicle. Its main functions are controlling the APIM power management and translating both inbound and outbound signals. In addition, the Vehicle Interface Processor VIP) queries the modules on the network to retrieve any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) when a vehicle health report is requested.