Pinpoint Test A: The Air Bag Warning Indicator Is Illuminated Continuously

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 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: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough inspection and verification before proceeding with the pinpoint test.

NOTE: The supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

A1 CHECK FOR CONTINUOUS AND ON-DEMAND DTCs
- Key in ON position.
- Enter the following diagnostic mode on the diagnostic tool: Self Test/ RCM/ Retrieve and Record On-Demand and Continuous Memory DTCs
- Were any continuous memory or on-demand DTCs retrieved?
1. YES : If on-demand or continuous memory DTCs were retrieved, go to the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) DTC Chart in this article for diagnostic direction.
  Do not clear any DTCs until all DTCs have been resolved.
2. NO : If the RCM does communicate with the scan tool, REFER to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (IC), MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES article to diagnose the IC module concern.
  If the RCM does not communicate with the scan tool, REFER to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK article to diagnose the no communication concern.
  
  Do not clear any DTCs until all DTCs have been resolved.