MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Body & Paint

Pinpoint Test - DTC: AR

501-20B Supplemental Restraint System

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NOTICE: Use the correct probe adapter(s) when making measurements. Failure to use the correct probe adapter(s) may cause damage to the connector.

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: Only disconnect or reconnect SRS components when instructed to do so within a pinpoint test step. Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect diagnosis of the SRS.

NOTE: Always make sure the correct 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 parts catalog to make sure the correct component is being installed. If an incorrect SRS component is installed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) may set.

NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

A1 RETRIEVE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

REFER to: Pyrotechnic Device Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation). Ignition ON. Using a diagnostic scan tool, perform RCM self-test.

Was DTC B00D5:11, B00D5:12 or B00D5:13 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 DTC B00D5:11, GO to A2 For DTC B00D5:12, GO to A7 For DTC B00D5:13, GO to A4

No

This is an intermittent fault when present as a Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (CMDTC) only. GO to A10

A2 CHECK THE PAD (PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATION) INDICATOR 'OFF' LED (LIGHT EMITTING DIODE) CONTROL CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND

Ignition OFF. Disconnect PAD Indicator C9801. Measure:

Click to display connectors

Positive Lead

Measurement / Action

Negative Lead

C9801-2

Ground

Is the resistance greater than 10,000 ohms?

Yes

GO to A9

No

GO to A3

A3 CHECK THE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) FOR LOW RESISTANCE

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