Impact Sensors
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the restraints control module (RCM) and the impact sensor (if equipped) mounting areas for deformation. If damaged, restore the mounting areas to the original production configuration. A new RCM
and sensors must be installed whether or not the air bags have deployed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in a crash.
For this vehicle line, the SRS uses 6 satellite sensors in addition to the RCM . The RCM is mounted to the center tunnel beneath the console. All vehicles have 2 front impact severity sensors located in the front-center area of the vehicle, behind the grille mounted on the hood latch bracket. The first row impact sensors are mounted behind the trim panel near the floor on the B-pillar, the second row sensors are located on each C-pillar. Mounting orientation is critical for correct operation of all impact sensors.