Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deactivation and Reactivation: Deactivation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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:
To reduce the risk of accidental deployment, do not use any memory saver devices. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death.
NOTE:
The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a SRS fault.
NOTE:
The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
- Turn all vehicle accessories OFF.
- Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
- At the central junction box (CJB), located below the RH side of the instrument panel, remove the trim panel, the cover, and the restraints control module (RCM) fuse 19 (10A) from the CJB. For additional information, refer to the Wiring Diagram Manual.
- Turn the ignition ON and visually monitor the air bag indicator for at least 30 seconds. The air bag indicator will remain lit continuously (no flashing) if the correct RCM fuse has been removed. If the air bag indicator does not remain lit continuously, remove the correct RCM fuse before proceeding.
- Turn the ignition OFF.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
- Remove the driver air bag module. For additional information, refer to Driver Air Bag Module in this article.
- Attach the restraint system diagnostic tools to the clockspring electrical connectors at the top of the steering column.
- While pushing in on the 2 glove compartment door tabs, position the glove compartment downward.
- Through the glove compartment opening, release the tabs and disconnect the LH passenger air bag module electrical connector.
- Attach the restraint system diagnostic tool to the vehicle harness side of the LH passenger air bag module electrical connector.
- Through the glove compartment opening, release the tabs and disconnect the RH passenger air bag module electrical connector.
- Attach the restraint system diagnostic tool to the vehicle harness side of the RH passenger air bag module electrical connector.
- Install the RCM fuse 19 (10A) to the CJB.
- Connect the battery ground cable.
WARNING:
Always deplete the backup power supply before repairing or installing any new front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) component and before servicing, removing, installing, adjusting or striking components near the front or side impact sensors or the restraints control module (RCM). Nearby components include doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Refer to DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION for location of the RCM and impact sensor(s).
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least 1 minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.