Reactivation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the RCM fuse 8 (10A) from the SJB.
Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
Remove the restraint system diagnostic tool from the vehicle harness side of the passenger air bag module electrical connector.

Fig 1: Removing Restraint System Diagnostic Tool From Vehicle Harness Side Of Passenger Airbag Module Electrical Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the passenger air bag module electrical connector.

Fig 2: Locating Passenger Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
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Close the glove compartment door.
Remove the restraint system diagnostic tools from the clockspring electrical connectors at the top of the steering column.

Fig 3: Removing Restraint System Diagnostic Tools From Clockspring Electrical Connectors At Top Of Steering Column
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CAUTION: Do not install the driver air bag module electrical connectors by the locking buttons. Damage to the locking buttons can occur.

Fig 4: Locating Driver Air Bag Module And Seat Locking Buttons

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: The driver air bag module electrical connector locking buttons must be in the released position when the connector is being installed or connector damage may occur.

CAUTION: The driver air bag module electrical connectors are unique and cannot be reversed when connected to the driver air bag module. Match the electrical connector key to the keyway in the driver air bag module. Do not force the electrical connectors into the driver air bag module.

With the locking buttons released, install the driver air bag module electrical connectors fully into the driver air bag module and seat the locking buttons.
Install the 2 driver air bag module bolts (1 shown).

Fig 5: Locating Driver Air Bag Module Bolt
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- Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.

Make sure all restraint system diagnostic tool(s) that may have been installed during the repair have been removed from the vehicle and all supplemental restraint system (SRS) components are connected.
Turn the ignition from OFF to ON.
Install the restraint system control module fuse 8 (10A) to the SJB

WARNING: Be sure that nobody is in the vehicle and that there is nothing blocking or set in front of any air bag module when the battery ground cable is connected.

Connect the battery ground cable.
Prove out the SRS as follows:
Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the key back to ON and visually monitor the air bag indicator with the air bag modules installed. The air bag indicator will light continuously for approximately 6 seconds and then turn off. If an air bag SRS fault is present, the air bag indicator will:

- fail to light.

- remain lit continuously.

- flash at a 5Hz rate (RCM not configured).

The air bag indicator might not light 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 RCM to complete the testing of the SRS. If the air bag 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 indicator and any SRS fault discovered must be diagnosed and repaired.

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