OEM 2000 Ford F-150 Air Bag Control Module

2000 Ford F-150 Air Bag Control Module Parts Q&A

• Q: How Should the Air Bag Control Module Be Serviced to Ensure Safety and Proper Functionality on 2000 Ford F-150?

  A: Correct service of the Air Bag Control Module (ACM) requires the depletion of back up power as a safety measure to prevent deployment incidents and injuries. The service on the Air Bag Control Module requires disconnecting the battery ground wire for at least one minute while disconnecting any auxiliary batteries and power supplies when present. Static electricity proves damaging to electronic modules because of their sensitivity to it. The service process requires addition of a new part until the new component does not fix the problem where technicians must reinstall the original part and continue the diagnostic testing. Start by unscrewing the two push pins securing the finish panel of the lower instrument panel center. Then disconnect the ACM electrical connector. The bracket assembly together with the ACM unit can be taken off when the retaining bolts for the bracket are unscrewed. The installation process requires performing the reversal of removal steps while tightening bolt retainers based on specified torque because proper system operation depends on it. Check the air bag system operation after completing installation procedures. The Restraint System Diagnostic Tool serves exclusively for restraint service work but its usage during road operation must be avoided due to safety considerations and legal requirements.