Symptom Chart: Supplemental Restraint System

Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to: Diagnostic Methods .

Condition	Possible Sources	Actions
A module does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool	Fuse Diagnostic scan tool DLC Wiring, terminals or connectors Module	REFER to: Module Communications Network (Except Hybrid) .
An audible tone sounds within 60 seconds of ignition ON	SRS fault or airbag warning indicator fault	CARRY OUT the RCM and IPC self-tests. For RCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), refer to DTC Chart: Restraint Control Module (RCM) , REFER to:Information Center - Instrumentation, Message Center And Warning Chimes (Except Hybrid) .
The airbag indicator is flashing	SRS fault	CARRY OUT the RCM and OCSM self tests. Refer to DTC Chart: Restraint Control Module (RCM) or REFER to DTC Chart: Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM) .
The airbag warning indicator is illuminated continuously	Fuse Wiring, terminals or connectors IPC RCM or OCSM	CARRY OUT RCM and OCSM self tests. REFER to DTC Chart: RCM or REFER to DTC Chart: OCSM . If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) were retrieved from the RCM or OCSM, REFER to:Information Center - Instrumentation, Message Center And Warning Chimes (Except Hybrid) . If the OCSM or RCM does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, REFER to: Module Communications Network (Except Hybrid) .