OEM 2005 Mercury Monterey Air Bag Sensor

2005 Mercury Monterey Air Bag Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How should the Air Bag Sensor for side impact in the second row on the left-hand side be serviced on 2005 Mercury Monterey?

  A: The repair of the side impact sensor that sits in the left second row demands safety eye protection plus the elimination of memory saver equipment while the vehicle is in service. The RCM fuse removal will trigger the air bag warning lamp when the ignition switch activates ON position but this condition indicates normal operation without causing SRS fault issues. The vehicle needs to be returned to the customer only after verifying that the SRS operates correctly without any problems. The diagnostic process requires replacing the new component but if the problem continues technicians should reinsert the original part for another test. First depower the system before completing the tasks of removing the rear door scuff plate and safety belt anchor bolt installation of 40 Nm (30 lb-ft) torque during reassembly. To reach the side impact sensor and access it properly you should first pull out the C-pillar quarter trim panel while separating the weather strip when needed. The procedure begins with dissociating the electrical connector while removing the speaker bolt and speaker nut. The side impact sensor electrical connector needs disconnecting before freeing the sensor with its two securing bolts which should be tightened to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft) at installation. The safety belt webbing should be untwisted before performing the reinstallation steps for the side impact sensor. Execute the final stages by powering up the system while testing the correct functioning of the active restraint system.