2015 2018 Ford F150 Radio Climate Control Bezel 8" Screen OEM JL3T-18E243-CDG

The part number JL3T-18E243-CDG identifies the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM), more commonly known as the Radio and Climate Control Dash Bezel, for the 2018 Ford F-150.

This is the bezel designed for trucks equipped with the 8-inch SYNC 3 touchscreen. It is a highly specific part because it contains the physical buttons and internal logic for the climate system.

2018 Ford F-150 Radio & Climate Control Bezel 8" Screen OEM JL3T-18E243-CDG

Item Specifics

• Brand: Ford (Genuine OEM)

• Manufacturer Part Number: JL3T-18E243-CDG

• Interchange Part Numbers: JL3T-18E243-CDC, JL3T-18E243-CDD, JL3T-18E243-CDE, JL3T-18E243-CDF

• Years: 2018 (Some overlap with 2019)

• Model: Ford F-150 (XLT, Lariat, King Ranch, Platinum, Raptor)

• Screen Fitment: For 8-inch touchscreen displays only.

• Climate Type: [Check your unit: Typically Single-Zone Manual or Dual-Zone Auto—this part number usually corresponds to units with Heated Seats and Rear Defrost buttons.]

Item Description

Genuine Ford F-150 8" Radio & HVAC Control Panel

Up for sale is a factory-original radio and climate control interface (FCIM) for the 2018 Ford F-150. This is the central "brain" for your dash buttons and is essential for controlling your AC, heater, and radio volume/tuning.

Vehicle Compatibility:

• Ford F-150: 2018

• Important: Ford made dozens of variations of this bezel. To ensure 100% compatibility, you must match your original part number to JL3T-18E243-CDG (or one of the compatible interchanges listed above).

• Note: This bezel is designed for vehicles with the 8-inch screen and includes buttons for [e.g., Heated Seats, Rear Defrost, and Hazard Lights].

Condition Report:

• Tested & Working: All physical buttons have been bench-tested for a crisp tactile response. Both the Volume and Tune knobs rotate smoothly.

• Cosmetic Condition: [e.g., Excellent condition. No peeling on the buttons or deep scratches on the silver/black trim.]

• Backlighting: All internal LED illumination for nighttime driving has been verified to work.

• Clips: All rear mounting tabs and metal clips are present and unbroken for a secure fit.

Installation Note:

This is a "Plug-and-Play" replacement if you are matching part numbers. No security code is required. However, because this module contains the vehicle's climate logic, it may occasionally require a "PMI" (Programmable Module Installation) or a simple reset using FORScan if your specific features (like the backup camera or heated seats) don't trigger immediately.

Shipping & Returns

• Shipping: Ships within 1 business day. We use oversized boxes and extra padding to protect the delicate plastic "ears" of the bezel during transit.

• Returns: 30-day money-back guarantee. Original security seal must be intact.]