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Restraints Control Module (RCM): Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln Navigator and 2005 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

    Vehicles with a center console 

    WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)  bracket retaining bolts is critical for correct system operation.
    Fig 1: Installing RCM
    G03933066Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install the RCM.
    1. Position the RCM with bracket.
    2. Install the bolts.

    2. All vehicles 

  2. Make sure the connector position assurance lever is in the full release position before attempting to connect the connector.
    Fig 2: View Of Connector Position Assurance Lever
    G03989905Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. CAUTION: Putting the large RCM electrical connector into the RCM on an angle can cause bad electrical connections and damage components.
    Fig 3: Identifying Large RCM Electrical Wiring Connector
    G03903873Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the large RCM electrical connector into the RCM.
      CAUTION: Do not push the connector on to where the lever pivots and seats itself. Light pressure is needed to get the connector into position on the RCM before using the lever to fully seat the connector.
    • With the large RCM electrical connector uniformly aligned to the RCM, lightly push in until a subtle audible click is heard and slight resistance is felt.
  4. Connect the RCM electrical connector.
    • Pivot the connector position assurance lever toward the RCM, drawing the connector in to the RCM.
      • Make sure the thumb tab is engaged to the retainer on the RCM and locked in place.
    Fig 4: Connecting RCM Electrical Connector
    G03933069Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the small RCM electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Connecting Small RCM Electrical Connector
    G03933070Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    6. Vehicles with 60/40 front bench seat 

    WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)  to bracket retaining nuts is critical for correct system operation.
    Fig 6: Installing Nuts
    G03933071Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the RCM.
    1. Position the RCM to the bracket.
      • While positioning the RCM onto the bracket, make sure the wire harness is positioned between the RCM and the bracket shield.
    2. Install the nuts.
  7. Position the RCM top bracket and install the nuts.
    Fig 7: Positioning RCM Top Bracket And Installing Nuts
    G03933072Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    8. Vehicles with a center console 

  8. Install the center console. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .

    9. Vehicles with 60/40 front bench seat 

  9. Install the 60 percent portion of the front bench seat. For additional information, refer to SEATING .

    10. All vehicles 

  10. Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
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