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PINPOINT TEST S: DTCs B00B5:11, B00B5:12, B00B5:13 AND B00B5:1D

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WARNING: Do not handle, move or change the original horizontal mounting position of the restraints control module (RCM) while the RCM  is connected and the ignition switch is ON. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the Safety Canopy® and cause serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors on air bag, Safety Canopy® or side air curtain modules. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of these modules, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Never disassemble or tamper with safety belt buckle/retractor pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors or probe the electrical connectors. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the safety belt pretensioners or adaptive load limiting retractors which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death.
NOTE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) from the Flex Probe Kit when taking measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may damage the connector.
Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough inspection and verification before proceeding with the pinpoint test.
NOTE: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) components should only be disconnected or reconnected when instructed to do so within a pinpoint test step. Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect diagnosis of the SRS  .
NOTE: Always make sure the correct Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) component is being installed. Parts released for other vehicles may not be compatible even if they appear physically similar. Check the part number listed in the Ford Catalog Advantage™ or equivalent to make sure the correct component is being installed. If an incorrect SRS  component is installed, DTCs may set.
NOTE: The SRS  must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
  1. S1 RETRIEVE RCM DTCs 
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM  .
    • Was DTC B00B5:11, B00B5:12, B00B5:13 or B00B5:1D retrieved on-demand during self-test? 
    • Yes:  This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved on-demand during the self-test.

      For DTC B00B5:11 or B00B5:1D, GO to S2  .

      For DTC B00B5:12, GO to  S4.

      For DTC B00B5:13, GO to  S5.

    • No:  This is an intermittent fault when present as a CMDTC only. GO to  S10.
  2. S2 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION RESTRAINTS SENSOR DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (SHORT TO GROUND OR CURRENT OUT OF RANGE INDICATED) 
    NOTE: This pinpoint test step will attempt to change the fault reported by the RCM  by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the RCM  is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
    • Ignition OFF.
      • WARNING: Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete the backup power supply. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
    • Disconnect: Seat Track Position Sensor C356.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM  .
    • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing DTCs with the driver seat track position sensor disconnected, an open circuit fault would normally be retrieved.
    • Did the on-demand DTC change from B00B5:11 or B00B5:1D to B00B5:13? 
    • Yes:  GO to  S8.
    • No:  For DTC B00B5:1D, GO to  S9.

      For DTC B00B5:11, GO to S3  .

  3. S3 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS  . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Disconnect: RCM  C2041A and C2041B.
    • Measure the resistance between driver seat track position sensor C356-2, circuit VR215 (YE/VT) and ground.
      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356-2 And Ground
      G06100078Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms? 
    • Yes:  GO to  S9.
    • No:  REPAIR circuit VR215 (YE/VT). GO to  S11.
  4. S4 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS  . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Disconnect: RCM  C2041A and C2041B.
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C3252.
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Side Air Bag Module C367.
    • Repower the SRS  . Do not  prove out the SRS  at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Ignition ON.
    • Measure the voltage between driver seat track position sensor C356-2, circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
      Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356-2 And Ground
      G06100079Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is any voltage present? 
    • Yes:  REPAIR circuit VR215 (YE/VT). GO to  S11.
    • No:  GO to  S9.
  5. S5 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION RESTRAINTS SENSOR DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (OPEN INDICATED) 
    NOTE: This pinpoint test step will attempt to change the fault reported by the RCM  by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the RCM  is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS  . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Side Air Bag Module C3252.
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356.
    • Connect a fused jumper wire between driver seat track position sensor C356-2, circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side and C356-1, circuit RR137 (BU/GY), harness side.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM  .
    • Repower the SRS  . Do not  prove out the SRS  at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Ignition ON.
    • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing DTCs with the driver seat track position restraints sensor circuits shorted together, a short to ground fault would normally be retrieved.
    • Did the on-demand DTC change from B00B5:13 to B00B5:11? 
    • Yes:  GO to  S8.
    • No:  GO to S6  .
  6. S6 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS  . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Disconnect: RCM  C2041A and C2041B.
    • Remover the fused jumper wire from the driver seat track position sensor C356.
    • Measure the resistance between RCM  C2041B-32, circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side and driver seat track position sensor C356-2, circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side.
      Fig 3: Measuring Resistance Between RCM C2041B-32 And Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356-2
      G06100080Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm? 
    • Yes:  GO to S7  .
    • No:  REPAIR circuit VR215 (YE/VT). GO to  S11.
  7. S7 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN 
    • Measure the resistance between driver seat track position sensor C356-1, circuit GD183 (BK/WH) and ground.
      Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356-1, Circuit GD183 (BK/WH) And Ground
      G06100081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm? 
    • Yes:  GO to  S9.
    • No:  REPAIR circuit GD183 (BK/WH). GO to  S11.
  8. S8 CONFIRM THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION RESTRAINTS SENSOR FAULT 
    NOTE: Make sure all restraint system components, sensor electrical connectors and the RCM  electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, DTCs will be recorded.
    • Ignition OFF.
      • WARNING: Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete the backup power supply. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
    • Prior to reconnecting any previously disconnected SRS  component:
      • inspect connector(s) (including any in-line connectors) for pushed-out, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals.
      • inspect wire harness for any damage, pinched, cut or pierced wires.
      • inspect C2041A and C2041B Connector Position Assurance (CPA) lever/lock for correct operation. Refer to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) .
      • repair any concerns found.

        Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article, Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information.

    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356.
    • Connect: RCM  C2041A and C2041B (if previously disconnected).
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM  .
    • Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test? 
    • Yes:  INSTALL a new driver seat track position sensor. REFER to SEAT POSITION SENSOR . GO to  S11.
    • No:  In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. SRS components should only be installed when directed to do so in the pinpoint test.  GO to  S10.
  9. S9 CONFIRM THE RCM FAULT 
    NOTE: Make sure all restraint system components, sensor electrical connectors and the RCM  electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, DTCs will be recorded.
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS  . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Prior to reconnecting any previously disconnected SRS  component:
      • inspect connector(s) (including any in-line connectors) for pushed-out, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals.
      • inspect wire harness for any damage, pinched, cut or pierced wires.
      • inspect C2041A and C2041B Connector Position Assurance (CPA) lever/lock for correct operation. Refer to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) .
      • repair any concerns found.

        Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article, Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information.

    • Connect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356.
    • Connect: RCM  C2041A and C2041B.
    • Repower the SRS  . Do not  prove out the SRS  at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Ignition ON.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM  .
    • Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test? 
    • Yes:  INSTALL a new RCM  . REFER to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) . GO to  S11.
    • No:  In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. SRS components should only be installed when directed to do so in the pinpoint test.  GO to S10  .
  10. S10 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT FAULT 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS  . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Disconnect driver seat track position sensor C356:
      • inspect connector(s) (including any in-line connectors) for corrosion, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals.
      • inspect wire harness for any damage, pinched, cut or pierced wires.
      • repair any concerns found.

        Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article, Connector Repair Procedures for schematic and connector information.

    • Connect: All Previously Disconnected Component(s)/Connector(s).
    • Repower the SRS  . Do not  prove out the SRS  at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Ignition ON.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM  .
    • Was DTC B00B5:11, B00B5:12, B00B5:13 or B00B5:1D retrieved on-demand during self-test? 
    • Yes:  The fault condition is now present. This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved on-demand during the self-test.

      For DTC B00B5:11 or B00B5:1D, GO to  S2.

      For DTC B00B5:12, GO to  S4.

      For DTC B00B5:13, GO to  S5.

    • No:  The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. SRS components should only be installed when directed to do so in the pinpoint test.  REPAIR any intermittent wiring, terminal or connector concerns found. GO to S11  .
  11. S11 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS DTCs 
    • Ignition OFF.
      • WARNING: Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete the backup power supply. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
    • Reconnect all SRS  components (if previously disconnected).
    • If previously directed to depower the SRS  , repower the SRS  . Do not  prove out the SRS  at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Ignition ON.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - Restraints.
      • NOTE: When selecting Restraints from the Self Test menu, DTCs will be retrieved from the RCM  and OCSM  .
    • Are any RCM and/or OCSM DTCs retrieved? 
    • Yes:  Do not clear any DTCs until all DTCs have been resolved. GO to the DTC CHARTS  for pinpoint test direction.
    • No:  CLEAR all RCM  and OCSM CMDTCs  . PROVE OUT the SRS  . Repair is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.
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