MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Pinpoint Test - DTC: F

501-20B Supplemental Restraint System

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Positive Lead

Measurement / Action

Negative Lead

C256-5

Ground

Is any voltage present?

A11 CONFIRM THE PASSENGER AIRBAG FAULT

NOTE: Make sure all SRS components and the RCM electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will be recorded.

Ignition OFF. Depower the SRS. REFER to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures). Prior to reconnecting any previously disconnected SRS component:

Inspect connector(s) (including any inline connectors) for pushed-out, loose or spread terminals and loose or frayed wire connections at terminals. Inspect wire harness for any damaged, pinched, cut or pierced wires. Inspect RCM C310A and C310B Connector Position Assurance (CPA) lever/lock for correct operation. Inspect Passenger Airbag C256 and make sure the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) tabs are not broken and the clip is not damaged. Repair any concerns found. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 5 for schematic and connector information.

Connect Passenger Airbag C256. Repower the SRS. Do not prove out the SRS at this time. REFER to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Repowering (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures). Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform RCM self-test.

Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test?

Yes

INSTALL a new passenger airbag. REFER to: Passenger Airbag (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation). GO to A17

No

In the process of diagnosing the fault, the fault condition has become intermittent. Do not install any new SRS components at this time. Install SRS components only when directed to do so in the pinpoint test. For DTC B0011:13 or B0011:1A, GO to A13 For DTC B0011:11, GO to A14 For DTC B0011:12, GO to A15

A12 CONFIRM THE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) FAULT

NOTE: Make sure all SRS components and the RCM electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will be recorded.

Ignition OFF. Depower the SRS.

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