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PINPOINT TEST V: DTCs B00C5:11, B00C5:12, B00C5:13 AND B00C5:1D

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WARNING: Never disassemble or tamper with seat belt deployable components, including pretensioners, load limiters and inflators. Never back probe deployable device electrical connectors. Tampering or back probing may cause an accidental deployment and result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Never probe the electrical connectors on airbag, Safety Canopy or side air curtain assemblies. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of these assemblies, 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 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. V1 RETRIEVE RCM DTCs 
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM.
    • Was DTC B00C5:11, B00C5:12, B00C5:13 or B00C5:1D 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 self-test.

      For DTC B00C5:11 or B00C5:1D, GO to V2.

      For DTC B00C5:12, GO to  V4.

      For DTC B00C5:13, GO to  V5.

    • No  : This is an intermittent fault when present as a Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (CMDTC) only. GO to  V10.
  2. V2 CHECK THE PASSENGER 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: Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240.
    • Ignition ON.
    • Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM.
    • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing DTCs with the passenger seat track position sensor disconnected, an open circuit fault would normally be retrieved.
    • Did the on-demand DTC change from B00C5:11 or B00C5:1D to B00C5:13? 
    • Yes  : GO to  V8.
    • No  : For DTC B00C5:1D, GO to  V9.

      For DTC B00C5:11, GO to V3.

  3. V3 CHECK THE PASSENGER 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 passenger seat track position sensor C3240-2, circuit VR216 (GN/OG), harness side and ground.
      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240-2, Circuit VR216 (GN/OG) And Ground
      G06404123Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms? 
    • Yes  : GO to  V9.
    • No  : REPAIR circuit VR216 (GN/OG). Refer to appropriate "OEM Connector Repair Procedures" for information. GO to  V11.
  4. V4 CHECK THE PASSENGER 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: Passenger Seat Side Air Bag C337.
    • Disconnect: RCM C2041A and C2041B.
    • Disconnect: Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240.
    • 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 passenger seat track position sensor C3240-2, circuit VR216 (GN/OG), harness side and ground.
      Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240-2, Circuit VR216 (GN/OG) And Ground
      G06404124Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is any voltage present? 
    • Yes  : REPAIR circuit VR216 (GN/OG). Refer to appropriate "OEM Connector Repair Procedures" for information. GO to  V11.
    • No  : GO to  V9.
  5. V5 CHECK THE PASSENGER 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: Passenger Seat Side Air Bag Module C337.
    • Disconnect: Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240.
    • Connect a fused jumper wire between passenger seat track position sensor C3240-2, circuit VR216 (GN/OG), harness side and C3240-1, circuit GD138 (BK/WH), harness side.
    • Repower the SRS. Do not  prove out the system 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.
    • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing DTCs with the passenger seat track position sensor circuits shorted together, a short to ground fault would normally be retrieved.
    • Did the on-demand DTC change from B00C5:13 to B00C5:11? 
    • Yes  : GO to  V8.
    • No  : GO to V6.
  6. V6 CHECK THE PASSENGER 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.
    • Remove the fused jumper wire from the passenger seat track position sensor C3240.
    • Measure the resistance between RCM C2041B-31, circuit VR216 (GN/OG), harness side and passenger seat track position sensor C3240-2, circuit VR216 (GN/OG), harness side.
      Fig 3: Measuring Resistance Between RCM C2041B-31 And Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240-2, Circuit VR216 (GN/OG)
      G06404158Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm? 
    • Yes  : GO to V7.
    • No  : REPAIR circuit VR216 (GN/OG). Refer to appropriate "OEM Connector Repair Procedures" for information. GO to  V11.
  7. V7 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN 
    • Measure the resistance between passenger seat track position sensor C3240-1, circuit GD138 (BK/WH), harness side, and ground.
      Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240-1, Circuit GD138 (BK/WH) And Ground
      G06404126Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Is the resistance less than 5 ohm? 
    • Yes  : GO to  V9.
    • No  : REPAIR circuit GD138 (BK/WH). Refer to appropriate "OEM Connector Repair Procedures" for information. GO to  V11.
  8. V8 CONFIRM THE PASSENGER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR FAULT 
    NOTE: Make sure all restraint system components 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 .
    • If previously installed, remove the fused jumper wire from passenger seat track position sensor C3240.
    • 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 RCM 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 "OEM Connector Repair Procedures" for information.
    • Connect: All Previously Disconnected Components/Connectors.
    • 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 passenger seat track position sensor. REFER to SEAT POSITION SENSOR . GO to  V11.
    • 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  V10.
  9. V9 CONFIRM THE RCM FAULT 
    NOTE: Make sure all restraint system components 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 RCM C2041A and C2041B CPA lever/lock for correct operation. Refer to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) .
      • repair any concerns found. Refer to appropriate "OEM Connector Repair Procedures" for information.
    • Connect: All Previously Disconnected Components/Connectors.
    • 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  V11.
    • 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  V10.
  10. V10 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT FAULT 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
    • Disconnect: Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240.
      • 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 "OEM Connector Repair Procedures" for information.
    • Connect: Passenger Seat Track Position Sensor C3240.
    • 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 B00C5:11, B00C5:12, B00C5:13 or B00C5:1D 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 self-test.

      For DTC B00C5:11 or B00C5:1D, GO to  V2.

      For DTC B00C5:12, GO to  V4.

      For DTC B00C5:13, GO to  V5.

    • 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  . GO to  V11.
  11. V11 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 on-demand during self-test? 
    • 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. The repair is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.
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