OEM 2000 Lincoln Continental Air Bag Control Module

2000 Lincoln Continental Air Bag Control Module Parts Q&A

• Q: What precautions and steps are necessary for the removal and replacement of the air bag control module, specifically the restraints control module (RCM) for bench and bucket seats on 2000 Lincoln Continental?

  A: Correct orientation along with safety measures guide the replacement work on the air bag control module and its restraints control module (RCM) for bench and bucket seats to maintain the proper function of the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS). Any center tunnel area collision requiring inspection of RCM mounting and bracket for deformation will lead to a new RCM even without air bag deployment. Always maintain safety through wearing protective eyewear when dealing with air bag components because accidental deployments may result in injuries. It is necessary to drain the back up power supply when servicing SRS components by disconnecting the battery ground cable (14301) while waiting at least one minute and also removing auxiliary batteries and power supplies. The bench seat requires removal of the driver side bench seat followed by disconnection of the RCM's two electrical connector locking clips which allows access to two electrical connectors while the three RCM bracket retaining bolts become accessible through carpet repositioning. The RCM removal begins by disconnecting the battery ground cable followed by floor console removal when present as well as the air flow duct, its mounting bracket and finally disengaging the electrical connector locking clip before disconnecting the electrical connectors. The installation sequence starts with reversing all removal operations while making sure the orientation of the RCM is correct and setting the RCM bracket retaining bolts to the specified torque for appropriate system operation. Always remove the restraint system diagnostic tool before driving since its service use only but never leave it mounted on the vehicle as it leads to hazard risks and safety standards breaches. Verify that the air bag system operates correctly.