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PINPOINT TEST Q: 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 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.
NOTE: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough INSPECTION AND VERIFICATION  before proceeding with the pinpoint test.
NOTE: Only disconnect or reconnect Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) components 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. Q1 RETRIEVE RCM DTCs 
    • 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  : This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved on-demand during self-test.

      For DTC B00B5:11 or B00B5:1D, GO to Q2  .

      For DTC B00B5:12, GO to  Q4.

      For DTC B00B5:13, GO to  Q5.

    • No  : This is an intermittent fault when present as a Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (CMDTC) only. GO to  Q10.
  2. Q2 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 attempts to change the fault reported by the RCM  by inducing a different fault condition. If the reported fault 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: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356  .
    • Ignition ON.
    • 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 is normally retrieved.

    Did the on-demand DTC change from B00B5:11 or B00B5:1D to B00B5:13? 

    • Yes  : GO to  Q8.
    • No  : For DTC B00B5:1D, GO to  Q9.

      For DTC B00B5:11, GO to Q3  .

  3. Q3 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 C310A  and C310B  .
    • Measure the resistance between driver seat track position sensor C356-2  , circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side and ground.
      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356-2, Circuit VR215 (YE/VT), Harness Side And Ground
      G06100078Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms? 

  4. Q4 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: Driver Seat Side Air Bag C328  .
    • Disconnect: RCM C310A  and C310B  .
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356  .
    • 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: Checking LH Front Impact Severity Sensor Feed Circuit For Short To Voltage
      G06100079Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Is any voltage present? 

  5. Q5 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION RESTRAINTS SENSOR DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (OPEN INDICATED) 
    NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts to change the fault reported by the RCM  by inducing a different fault condition. If the reported fault 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 C328  .
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356  .
    • Connect a fused jumper wire between driver seat track position sensor C356-1  , circuit GD143 (BK/VT), harness side, and driver seat track position sensor C356-2  , circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side.
      Fig 3: Checking Left Frontal Restraints Sensor DTC For Fault Status Change
      G06940157Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • 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  .
    • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing DTCs with the driver seat track position sensor circuits shorted together, a short to ground fault is normally retrieved.

    Did the on-demand DTC change from B00B5:13 to B00B5:11? 

    • Yes  : REMOVE the fused jumper wire and GO to  Q8.
    • No  : REMOVE the fused jumper wire and GO to Q6  .
  6. Q6 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 C310A  and C310B  .
    • Measure the resistance between RCM C310B-32  , circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side, and driver seat track position sensor C356-2  , circuit VR215 (YE/VT), harness side.
      Fig 4: Measuring Resistance Between RCM C310B-32, Circuit VR215 (YE/VT), Harness Side, And Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356-2, Circuit VR215 (YE/VT)
      G09299753Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm? 

  7. Q7 CHECK THE DRIVER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN 
    • Measure the resistance between driver seat track position sensor C356-1  , circuit GD143 (BK/VT) and ground.
      Fig 5: Measuring Resistance Between Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356-1 And Ground
      G06100081Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Is the resistance less than 5 ohm? 

  8. Q8 CONFIRM THE DRIVER 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  .
    • Disconnect: RCM C310A  and C310B  .
    • 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 C310A  and C310B  Connector Position Assurance (CPA) lever/lock for correct operation. Refer to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)  .
      • repair any concerns found.

        Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.

    • Connect: RCM C310A  and C310B  (if previously disconnected).
    • Connect: Driver Seat Side Air Bag C328  (if previously disconnected).
    • Connect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356  .
    • 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 driver seat track position sensor. REFER to SEAT POSITION SENSOR  . GO to  Q11.
    • No  : In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test  . GO to  Q10.
  9. Q9 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  .
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356  (if not previously disconnected).
    • Disconnect: Driver Seat Side Air Bag C328  (if not previously disconnected).
    • Disconnect: RCM C310A  and C310B  (if not previously disconnected).
    • 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 C310A  and C310B  CPA lever/lock for correct operation. Refer to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)  .
      • repair any concerns found.

        Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.

    • Connect: Driver Seat Track Position Sensor C356  .
    • Connect: Driver Seat Side Air Bag C328  .
    • Connect: RCM C310A  and C310B  .
    • 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  Q11.

    • No  : In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test  . GO to Q10  .
  10. Q10 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT FAULT 
    • Ignition OFF.
    • Depower the SRS  . Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING  .
    • Disconnect: RCM C310A  and C310B  .
    • 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 OEM 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  : This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC is no longer retrieved on-demand during self-test.

      For DTC B00B5:11 or B00B5:1D, GO to  Q2.

      For DTC B00B5:12, GO to  Q4.

      For DTC B00B5:13, GO to  Q5.

    • No  : The fault is not present and cannot be recreated at this time. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test  . GO to Q11  .
  11. Q11 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 are 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  . Repair is complete.

      RETURN the vehicle to the customer.

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