OEM 2000 Lincoln LS Air Bag Sensor

2000 Lincoln LS Air Bag Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How Critical is Proper Orientation of the Air Bag Sensor When Servicing the Impact Sensor for the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) on 2000 Lincoln LS?

  A: The correct orientation of vehicle sensors becomes essential during impact sensor servicing because it enables proper operation of the air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS). It is necessary to thoroughly test both the sensor bracket and its wiring pigtail for potential damage following an accident before sensor replacement or appropriate alignment of affected SRS components even if neither of these components deployed during the accident. The procedure for power supply depleting begins with disconnecting the ground cable from the battery terminal and waiting at least one minute and it requires complete disconnection of any auxiliary batteries and power supplies if your vehicle has built-in back up power. The side air bag sensors are installed at or near the lower portion of the B-pillar. The removal process begins with disconnecting the battery ground cable followed by removing the front seat and successive removal of front door scuff plate rear door scuff plate and B-pillar lower trim panel when pulling back the carpeting. Disconnection of the side crash sensor electrical connector allows access to the removal of the two retaining bolts to extract the side crash sensor together with its bracket. Reinstall the air bag restraint control module (RCM) bracket mounting bolts according to specified torque settings to achieve correct system working. The functionality of the air bag system must be checked after completing the installation process. Testing should continue by reinstalling the original part before repeating the diagnostic procedure.