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Restraints Control Module (RCM): Installation

    WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag RCM retaining bolts is critical for correct system operation.
  1. Install the RCM and the 3 bolts.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).
  2. Connect the small RCM electrical connector.
  3. Make sure the large RCM electrical connector position assurance lever is in the FULL RELEASE position before attempting to connect the connector.
    4. Fig 1: Locating Large RCM Electrical Connector Position Assurance Lever
    GF0039161Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Placing the large RCM electrical wiring connector into the RCM at an angle can cause bad electrical connections and damage components.
  4. Position the large RCM electrical wiring connector into the RCM.
      CAUTION: Do not push the connector to where the lever pivots and seats itself. Light pressure is needed to get the connector into position on the RCM before using the lever to fully seat the connector.
    • With the large RCM electrical wiring connector uniformly aligned to the RCM, lightly push in until a subtle audible click is heard and a slight resistance is felt.
    5. Fig 2: Positioning Large RCM Electrical Wiring Connector Into RCM
    GF0039162Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the large RCM electrical wiring connector.
    • Using the connector position assurance lever, pivot it toward the RCM, drawing the connector into the RCM.
      • Make sure the thumb tab is engaged to the retainer on the RCM and locked in place.
    6. Fig 3: Connecting Large RCM Electrical Wiring Connector
    GF0039163Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the center console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE article.
  7. Repower the SRS. Do not prove out the SRS at this time.  For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering n.
  8. When installing a new RCM, carry out the steps necessary to complete programmable module installation (PMI). For additional information, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION article.
  9. Prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS) as follows:

    Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the switch back to ON and visually monitor the air bag warning indicator with the air bag modules installed. The air bag warning indicator will light continuously for approximately 6 seconds and then turn off. If an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault is present, the air bag warning indicator will:

    - fail to light.

    - remain lit continuously.

    - flash.

    The flashing might not occur until approximately 30 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned from the OFF to the ON position. This is the time required for the restraints control module (RCM) to complete the testing of the SRS. If the air bag warning indicator is inoperative and a SRS fault exists, a chime will sound in a pattern of 5 sets of 5 beeps. If this occurs, the air bag warning indicator and any SRS fault discovered must be diagnosed and repaired.

    Clear all continuous DTCs from the RCM using a scan tool.

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