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Pinpoint Test Aw: U023B:00

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  1. Normal Operation and Fault Conditions 

    REFER to: Airbag and Seatbelt Pretensioner Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - System Operation and Component Description .

    The RCM uses information contained in messages from the IPMA sent on the HS-CAN2. The functions of the IPMB are now contained in the IPMA.

    DTC Fault Trigger Conditions 

    DTC Description Fault Trigger Condition
    RCM U023B:00 Lost Communication With Image Processing Module B: No Sub Type Information This DTC sets if the RCM does not receive an expected message from the IPMA.

    Possible Sources 

    • Network traffic
    • IPMA
    • RCM

  2. WARNING: Do not handle, move or change the original horizontal mounting position of the Restraints Control Module (RCM) while the Restraints Control Module (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.
  3. NOTE: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough inspection and verification before proceeding with the pinpoint test.
  4. NOTE: 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.
  5. 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 parts catalog to make sure the correct component is being installed. If an incorrect SRS component is installed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) may set.
  6. NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

  7. AW1 CHECK THE COMMUNICATION NETWORK

    • WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure In this article, refer to Safety warnings in General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

      REFER to: Pyrotechnic Device Health and Safety Precautions .

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out a network test.

    Does the IPMA pass the network test? 

    Yes  GO to  AW2
    No  To diagnose no communication with the IPMA, REFER to: Controller Area Network (CAN) Module Communications Network .

  8. AW2 CHECK THE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) CONTINUOUS MEMORY DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (CMDTCS)

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform RCM self-test.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, clear RCM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

    • Wait 10 seconds.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform RCM self-test.

    Is DTC U023B:00 retrieved again? 

    Yes  GO to  AW3
    No  The system is operating correctly at this time. The DTC may have been set due to high network traffic or an intermittent fault condition.

  9. AW3 RETRIEVE THE RECORDED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) FROM THE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) SELF-TEST

    • Check the recorded Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the RCM self-test.

    Is DTC U3003:16 or U3003:17 recorded? 

    Yes  GO to Pinpoint Test BD
    No  GO to  AW4

  10. AW4 RETRIEVE THE RECORDED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) FROM THE IPMA (IMAGE PROCESSING MODULE A) SELF-TEST

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform IPMA self-test.

    • Check for recorded Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) from the IPMA self-test.

    Is DTC U3003:16 or U3003:17 recorded? 

    Yes  REFER to: Lane Keeping System .
    No  GO to  AW5

  11. AW5 CHECK FOR DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) U023A:00 OR U023B:00 SET IN OTHER MODULES

    • Ignition ON.

    • Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform self-test for all modules.

    Is DTC U023A:00 or U023B:00 set in the ABS module or BCM? 

    Yes  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new IPMA. REFER to: Image Processing Module A (IPMA) .
    No  CHECK OASIS for any applicable service articles: TSB, GSB, SSM or FSA. If a service article exists for this concern, DISCONTINUE this test and FOLLOW the service article instructions. If no service articles address this concern, INSTALL a new RCM. REFER to: Restraints Control Module (RCM) .
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