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Restraints Control Module (RCM): Installation

    WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag RCM retaining bolts is critical for correct system operation.
  1. Position the RCM.
    1. Position the RCM to the center tunnel area.
    2. Install the 2 bolts.
      • Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
    3. Position the carpet back at the right hand side of the center tunnel area under the I/P.
    2. Fig 1: Identifying RCM Bolts
    GF0019498Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the RCM.
    1. Install the bolt.
      • Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
    2. Align the small RCM electrical connector and push in until the connector is fully seated into the RCM.
    3. Install the electrical connector locking wedge.
    3. Fig 2: Identifying RCM Electrical Connector, Electrical Connector Locking Wedge And Bolt
    GF0019499Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Make sure the large RCM connector position assurance lever is in the full RELEASE position before attempting to connect the connector.
    4. Fig 3: Identifying Connector Position Assurance Lever
    G03989905Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    CAUTION: Putting the large RCM electrical wiring connector into the RCM on an angle can cause bad electrical connections and damage components.
    NOTE: The RCM has been removed for clarity.
  4. Position the large RCM electrical connector into the RCM.
      CAUTION: Do not push the connector 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.
    5. Fig 4: Identifying Large RCM Electrical Wiring Connector
    G03903873Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the large RCM electrical connector.
    • Using the connector position assurance lever, pivot it toward the RCM, drawing the connector into the RCM.
      • Make sure the thumb tab is engaged to the retainer on the RCM and locked in place.
    6. Fig 5: Locating RCM Electrical Connector Lever
    GF0008859Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Position the carpet back at the left hand side of the center tunnel area under the I/P.
  7. Repower the system. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
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