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Pinpoint Test AQ: B11CF:11, B11CF:12, B11CF:13, B11CF:1A

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 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: 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 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 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. AQ1 RETRIEVE RCM DTCs 
    • Ignition ON.
    • Using a scan tool, perform RCM  self-test to retrieve DTCs  .

    Was DTC B11CF:11, B11CF:12, B11CF:13 or B11CF:1A retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

    1. Yes  : This fault cannot be cleared until it is corrected and the DTC  is no longer retrieved on-demand during self-test.

      For DTC  B11CF:13 or B11CF:1A, GO to AQ2  .

      For DTC  B11CF:11, GO to  AQ8.

      For DTC  B11CF:12, GO to  AQ10.

    2. No  : This is an intermittent fault when present as a CMDTC only.

      For DTC  B11CF:13 or B11CF:1A, GO to  AQ13.

      For DTC  B11CF:11, GO to  AQ14.

      For DTC  B11CF:12, GO to  AQ15.

  2. AQ2 CHECK THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG CAN VENT RESISTANCE (DEPLOY_08_R) PID 
    • Using a scan tool, view RCM PIDs  .
    • Monitor and record the resistance value displayed by the DEPLOY_08_R PID  .

    Does the PID value read between 1.44 and 3.52 ohms? 

    1. Yes  : GO to  AQ12.
    2. No  : GO to AQ3  .
  3. AQ3 CHECK THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG CAN VENT RESISTANCE (DEPLOY_08_R) PID WHILE CARRYING OUT THE HARNESS TEST 
    • While monitoring the DEPLOY_08_R PID  , carry out the harness test of the passenger airbag module circuits and accessible connectors (including any inline connectors) by wiggling and flexing the wire harness and connectors frequently. Record the resistance value indicated by the PID  .

    Does the PID value read between 1.44 and 3.52 ohms while carrying out the harness test? 

    1. Yes  : DEPOWER the SRS  and REPAIR the connector, terminals or wire harness. Refer to OEM CONNECTOR REPAIR PROCEDURES for schematic and connector information.

      GO to  AQ17.

    2. No  : For PID  value less than 1.44 ohms, GO to AQ4  .

      For PID  value greater than 3.52 ohms, GO to  AQ6.

  4. AQ4 CHECK THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG CANISTER VENT DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (LOW RESISTANCE 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.

    Did the on-demand DTC change from B11CF:1A to B11CF:13? 

    1. Yes  : GO to  AQ11.
    2. No  : GO to AQ5  .
  5. AQ5 CHECK FOR A SHORT BETWEEN PASSENGER AIR BAG CANISTER VENT CIRCUITS 

    Is the resistance greater than 10, 000 ohms? 

    1. Yes  : GO to  AQ12.
    2. No  : REPAIR the circuits.

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

      GO to  AQ17.

  6. AQ6 CHECK THE PASSENGER AIR BAG CANISTER VENT CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN 

    Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm? 

    1. Yes  : GO to AQ7  .
    2. No  : REPAIR the circuit(s).

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

      GO to  AQ17.

  7. AQ7 CHECK THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG CANISTER VENT 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.
    • Connect RCM C310A  and C310B  .
    • Connect a fused jumper wire:
      Positive Lead Measurement/Action Negative Lead
      C256A-1  FUSED JUMPER WIRE C256A-2 
    • Repower the SRS  . Do not  prove out the SRS  at this time. Refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING - WITH INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) .
    • Ignition ON.
    • Using a scan tool, perform RCM  self-test to retrieve DTCs  .
    • DIAGNOSTIC TIP:  When viewing DTCs  with the passenger airbag canister vent circuits shorted together, a low resistance fault is normally retrieved.

    Did the on-demand DTC change from B11CF:13 to B11CF:1A? 

    1. Yes  : REMOVE the fused jumper wire and GO to  AQ11.
    2. No  : REMOVE the fused jumper wire and GO to  AQ12.
  8. AQ8 CHECK THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG CANISTER VENT DTC FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (SHORT TO GROUND 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.

    Did the on-demand DTC change from B11CF:11 to B11CF:13? 

    1. Yes  : GO to  AQ11.
    2. No  : GO to AQ9  .
  9. AQ9 CHECK THE PASSENGER AIR BAG CANISTER VENT CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO GROUND 

    Are the resistances greater than 10, 000 ohms? 

    1. Yes  : GO to  AQ12.
    2. No  : REPAIR the circuit(s).

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

      GO to  AQ17.

  10. AQ10 CHECK THE PASSENGER AIR BAG CANISTER VENT CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE 

    Is any voltage present? 

    1. Yes  : REPAIR the circuit(s).

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

      GO to  AQ17.

    2. No  : GO to  AQ12.
  11. AQ11 CONFIRM THE PASSENGER AIR BAG CANISTER VENT FAULT 
    NOTE: Make sure all SRS  components and the RCM  electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, DTCs  will be recorded.

    Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

    1. Yes  : INSTALL a new passenger airbag module. REFER to PASSENGER AIRBAG . GO to  AQ17.
    2. 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  .

      For DTC  B11CF:13 or B11CF:1A, GO to  AQ13.

      For DTC  B11CF:11, GO to  AQ14.

      For DTC  B11CF:12, GO to  AQ15.

  12. AQ12 CONFIRM THE RCM FAULT 
    NOTE: Make sure all SRS  components and the RCM  electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, DTCs  will be recorded.

    Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

    1. Yes  : CHECK OASIS  for any applicable TSBs  . If a TSB  exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW TSB  instructions. If no TSBs  address this concern, INSTALL a new RCM  . REFER to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) . GO to  AQ17.
    2. 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  .

      For DTC  B11CF:13 or B11CF:1A, GO to AQ13  .

      For DTC  B11CF:11, GO to  AQ14.

      For DTC  B11CF:12, GO to  AQ15.

  13. AQ13 CHECK THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG CAN VENT RESISTANCE (DEPLOY_08_R) PID FOR AN INTERMITTENT LOW RESISTANCE OR OPEN CIRCUIT FAULT 
    • Using a scan tool, view RCM PIDs  .
    • While monitoring the DEPLOY_08_R PID  , attempt to recreate the fault by wiggling connectors (including any inline connectors) and flexing the wire harness frequently. Record the resistance value indicated by the PID  .

    Does the PID value read between 1.44 and 3.52 ohms? 

    1. Yes  : 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  AQ16.
    2. No  : DEPOWER the SRS  and REPAIR as necessary.

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

      GO to  AQ17.

  14. AQ14 CHECK THE PASSENGER AIR BAG CANISTER VENT CIRCUITS FOR AN INTERMITTENT SHORT TO GROUND FAULT 
    • Attempt to recreate the fault by wiggling connectors (including any inline connectors) and flexing the wire harness frequently.
    • Using a scan tool, perform RCM  self-test to retrieve DTCs  .

    Was DTC B11CF:11 retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

    1. Yes  : DEPOWER the SRS  and REPAIR as necessary.

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

      GO to  AQ17.

    2. 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  AQ16.
  15. AQ15 CHECK THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG CANISTER VENT CIRCUITS FOR AN INTERMITTENT SHORT TO BATTERY FAULT 

    Was DTC B11CF:12 retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

    1. Yes  : DEPOWER the SRS  and REPAIR as necessary.

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

      GO to  AQ17.

    2. 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 AQ16  .
  16. AQ16 CHECK THE HARNESS AND CONNECTORS 

    Were any concerns found? 

    1. Yes  : REPAIR as necessary.

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

      GO to AQ17  .

    2. 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 AQ17  .
  17. AQ17 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS DTCs 
    • 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.

      Ignition OFF.

    • 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 - WITH INTELLIGENT ACCESS (IA) .
    • Ignition ON.
    • NOTE: When selecting Restraints from the Self-Test menu, DTCs  are retrieved from the RCM  and OCSM  .

      Using a scan tool, perform the Restraints self-test to retrieve DTCs  .

    Are any RCM and/or OCSM DTCs retrieved on-demand during self-test? 

    1. Yes  : Do not clear any DTCs  until all DTCs  have been resolved. REFER to the appropriate DTC CHART for pinpoint test direction.
    2. No  : CLEAR all CMDTCs  in all modules. PROVE OUT the SRS  . The repair is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.
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