MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Pinpoint Test - DTC: Z

501-20B Supplemental Restraint System

2016 MustangReference 2,002 / 6,619HTML edition
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Positive Lead

Measurement / Action

Negative Lead

C310A-16

C1466-1

C310A-15

C1466-2

Are the resistances less than 0.5 ohm?

A8 CHECK THE RIGHT FRONTAL RESTRAINTS SENSOR DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (NO OPERATION INDICATED)

NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts to change the fault reported by the RCM by inducing a different fault condition. If the reported fault changes, this indicates the RCM is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.

Connect: RCM C310A and C310B. Connect a fused jumper wire as shown:

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Lead 1

Measurement / Action

Lead 2

C1466-1

C1466-2

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.

Did the on-demand DTC change from B1417:93 to B1417:11?

Yes

REMOVE the fused jumper wire and INSTALL a new RH front impact severity sensor. REFER to: Front Impact Severity Sensor (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, Removal and Installation). GO to A11

No

REMOVE the fused jumper wire and GO to A9

A9 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. 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

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