Ford Fusion: Supplemental Restraint System / Restraints Control Module (RCM). Removal and Installation
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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When installing a new RCM,
Programmable Module Installation (PMI) is required. Refer to the
diagnostic scan tool instructions to carry out Programmable Module
Installation (PMI).
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WARNING:
Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete
the backup power supply. Ignition must remain OFF until repair is
complete. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious
personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.
If a SRS fault is present, continue to Step 3. Otherwise, turn the ignition off and wait at least one minute and continue to Step 4.
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Depower the SRS.
Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).
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Remove the floor console.
Refer to: Floor Console (501-12 Instrument Panel and Console, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the electrical connectors, remove the nuts and the RCM .
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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If the SRS was depowered, repower the SRS. Do not prove out the SRS at this time.
Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
When installing a new RCM,
Programmable Module Installation (PMI) is required. Refer to the
diagnostic scan tool instructions to carry out Programmable Module
Installation (PMI).
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Using a diagnostic scan tool, carry out the ABS module initialization following the on-screen instruction.
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If a new RCM was installed, prove out the SRS
as follows: Turn the ignition from ON to OFF. Wait 10 seconds, then
turn the ignition back to ON and monitor the airbag warning indicator
with the airbag modules installed. The airbag warning indicator
illuminates continuously for approximately 6 seconds and then turns off.
If a SRS fault is present, the airbag warning indicator either fails to light, remains lit continuously or flashes.
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The flashing might not occur until approximately 30
seconds after the ignition has been turned from OFF to ON. This is the
time required for the RCM to complete the testing of the SRS. If the airbag warning indicator is inoperative and a SRS
fault exists, a chime sounds in a pattern of 5 sets of 5 beeps. If this
occurs, diagnose and repair the airbag warning indicator and any SRS faults.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
WARNING:
Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete
the backup power supply...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
RH seat shown, LH seat similar.
Remove the screw...
Other information:
Checking the Wiper Blades
Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of
the blade to check for roughness.
Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid
or water applied with a soft sponge or
cloth.
Changing the Wiper Blades
The wiper arms can be manually moved
when the ignition is off...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connector...