OEM 2007 Ford Crown Victoria Air Bag Sensor

2007 Ford Crown Victoria Air Bag Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What Precautions Should Be Taken When Servicing the Front Air Bag Sensor on 2007 Ford Crown Victoria?

  A: Safety glasses must be worn during front impact severity sensor servicing operations for the protection of your eyes against accidental air bag activation. The system operation needs correct sensor orientation which demands inspection of sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for any deformation after collisions even if air bags have not deployed. Replace or reposition both sensor and SRS components. The use of memory saver devices increases personal safety risks so choose an alternative method to reduce those hazards. A warning light will appear on the air bag indicator due to the restraints control module (RCM) fuse removal when the ignition switch is turned ON. This normal occurrence signifies no actual system malfunction. The SRS needs to operate without issues before vehicle return to customers while fixing the system requires new component installation at first-level maintenance. Reinstallation of original components should happen if existing problems remain after which the diagnostic process can begin again. Two front impact severity sensors must be installed on the radiator core support at both sides of the hood latch. Start by disconnecting power to the system and proceed with removing three pin-type retainers to take off the radiator upper shield. The technician must perform proper maintenance of the air bag front impact severity sensor retaining bolts along with their 12 Nm (9 lb-ft) torque setting after ensuring both the radiator core support and front impact severity sensor surfaces are free of debris. Disconnect the electrical connector and extract the front impact severity sensor before reinstalling the component in the reverse order and powering up the system.