MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Pinpoint Test - DTC: P

501-20B Supplemental Restraint System

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Is the resistance less than 0.5 ohm?

A7 CHECK THE PASSENGER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR AN OPEN

Measure:

Click to display connectors

Positive Lead

Measurement / Action

Negative Lead

C3240-1

Ground

Is the resistance less than 3 ohms?

A8 CONFIRM THE PASSENGER SEAT TRACK POSITION SENSOR 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. repair any concerns found. Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 5 for schematic and connector information.

Connect Passenger Side Airbag (Inline) C219 (if previously disconnected). Connect Passenger Seat Position Sensor C3240. 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 seat track position sensor. REFER to: Seat Position Sensor (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation). GO to A11

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