Symptom Chart
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NOTE:
Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to Diagnostic Methods in
Service Information
for information about these practices.
Symptom Chart
| Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag warning indicator is illuminated continuously | Fuse Wiring, terminals or connectors IPC RCM |
CARRY OUT the RCM self-test. REFER to the RCM DTC Chart. If no DTCs were retrieved from the RCM, REFER to Instrumentation, Message Center, and Warning Chimes to diagnose the IPC concern. If the RCM does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool, REFER to Module Communications Network to diagnose the no communication concern. |
| Airbag indicator flashing | SRS fault | CARRY OUT RCM self-tests. REFER to the RCM DTC Chart. |
| Audible tone - DTCs retrieved | SRS fault and airbag warning indicator fault | CARRY OUT RCM and IPC self-tests. DIAGNOSE and REPAIR the RCM and IPC DTCs. REFER to Restraints Control Module (RCM) DTC Chart and the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) DTC Chart in Instrumentation, Message Center, and Warning Chimes . |
| The RCM does not respond to the diagnostic scan tool | Fuse Scan tool DLC Circuitry RCM |
REFER to Module Communications Network to diagnose the no communication concern. |