OEM 2006 Ford Mustang Air Bag Control Module

2006 Ford Mustang Air Bag Control Module Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What precautions should be taken when servicing the air bag control module and ensuring the proper installation of the restraints control module (RCM) on 2006 Ford Mustang?

  A: Individuals should don protective safety glasses before servicing the air bag control module because it protects them from potential injuries caused by deployment accidents. A correct position of the restraints control module (RCM) enables proper operation for the supplemental restraint system (SRS). After evaluating collisions that harmed the center tunnel area of the vehicle it becomes necessary to check RCM mounting and bracket condition for damages before considering RCM replacement. Memory saver devices should never be used because they will increase personal injury risks. Static electricity poses a danger to electronic modules because they remain sensitive to it. Installing an appropriate RCM will help prevent the generation of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) that are incorrect. When the RCM fuse is removed with the ignition turned on the air bag warning lamp should illuminate because this does not suggest an SRS fault exists. Operation must be normal and no faults found in the SRS system before sending back the vehicle to customers. The diagnostic process should finish with new part installation followed by original part installation for another diagnostic test run. The procedure to remove the RCM includes depowering the system then removing the console shifter bezel followed by unscrewing the two center console top finish panel screws. Take out the six screws from the center console kick panels of driver and passenger seats to position the center instrument panel finish panel. Remove the electrical connectors before taking out the center instrument panel finish panel. Pull out the large RCM electrical connector after back-pivoting its position assurance lever while pinching the thumb tab. Remove the three nuts which secure the RCM after disconnecting its small electrical connector. Position the RCM into its place and fasten the nuts by torquing them to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft). The small RCM electrical connector needs installation when the large connector position assurance lever shows complete release from its position. When installing the large RCM electrical wires connector avoid any angle positions to prevent component damage and poor electrical connections. Secure the large RCM electrical wiring by first connecting the cable then folding the connector position assurance lever toward the RCM while making sure the thumb tab secures in place. Reinstall the six screws into the center instrument panel finish panel followed by driver and passenger kick panels. Then connect all electrical connectors and pivot the connector position assurance to engage the thumb tab. The last steps require you to install the center console top finish panel along with the two screws before installing the console shifter bezel while repowering the system.