PINPOINT TEST R: DTCs B00A0:09, B00A0:4A, B00A0:63, B00A0:64 and B00A0:68

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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: Always tighten the fasteners of the restraints control module (RCM) and impact sensor (if equipped) to the specified torque. Failure to do so may result in incorrect restraint system operation, which increases the risk of personal injury or death in a crash.

NOTE: Supplemental Restraint System (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 .

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: Always make sure the correct Supplemental Restraint System (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.

R1 RETRIEVE RCM DTCs
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
- Was DTC B00A0:09, B00A0:4A, B00A0:63, B00A0:64 or B00A0:68 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 DTCs B00A0:09, B00A0:63 and B00A0:68, RETRIEVE DTCs from the OCSM and REFER to the OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MODULE (OCSM) DTC CHART for diagnostic direction.
  
  For DTC B00A0:4A or B00A0:64, GO to R2 .
- No: CHECK for causes of the intermittent fault.
  Refer to appropriate SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article, Supplemental Restraint System for schematic and connector information.
  
  ATTEMPT to recreate the hard fault by flexing the wire harness and cycling the ignition frequently. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. SRS components should only be installed when directed to do so in the pinpoint test. GO to R5.
R2 CHECK THE OCS
- Ignition OFF.
- Verify the correct OCS system service kit has been installed in the vehicle.
- Is the correct OCS system service kit installed?
- Yes: GO to R3 .
- No: INSTALL the correct OCS system service kit. REFER to OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SENSOR - SERVICE KIT . GO to R5.
R3 CHECK THE RCM
- Ignition OFF.
- Verify the correct RCM has been installed.
- Is the correct RCM installed?
- Yes: GO to R4 .
- No: INSTALL the correct RCM . REFER to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) . GO to R5.
R4 CHECK THE RCM
- Ignition ON.
- Carry out Programmable Module Installation (PMI) for the RCM . Manually enter as-built data. Refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - RCM .
- Was DTC B00A0:4A or B00A0:64 retrieved on-demand during self-test?
- Yes: INSTALL a new RCM . REFER to RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) . GO to R5.
- No: Fault corrected. GO to R5 .
R5 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS DTCs
- 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 .
- Ignition ON.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the scan tool: Self Test - Restraints.
- 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 DTCs. PROVE OUT the SRS . Repair is complete. RETURN the vehicle to the customer.