Question 1

What is the Importance of the Air Bag Control Module in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) and What Steps Should Be Taken if It Is Damaged on Ford Taurus?

Accepted Answer

The Restraints Control Module stands as a crucial component for air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) operation because its proper orientation must be preserved. A vehicle that sustained an accident which harmed the center tunnel area requires evaluation of the mounting hardware and bracket for deterioration; after discovering any form of damage the RCM must be replaced regardless of whether the air bags deployed in the accident. The RCM mounting position must be returned to its original state. Work on SRS vehicles and handle air bag modules with safety glasses in place since this practice reduces accidental deployment injuries. Memory saver devices should not be utilized to prevent personal injury occurrence. The electronic system remains sensitive to static discharge because it leads to functional breakdowns. The RCM fuse removal while the ignition switch is ON should not be considered a SRS fault since it activates the air bag warning lamp. Operational status of the SRS requires full functionality and total elimination of faults before returning the vehicle to its customer. Maintenance should start with new component installation followed by original part reinstallation to conduct another diagnostic check. First depower the system before removing the right-hand side RCM retaining bolts to take the carpet underneath the instrument panel (I/P) and position it on the right side of the center tunnel area. You can remove the RCM (14B321) when you finish detaching its electrical connectors by moving the carpet to the left side position then opening the locking clips and pushing down to pivot the connector tabs before separating the cables. Potential service owners must remove the retaining bolt before extracting the RCM. Position the RCM (14B321) in the center tunnel area before inserting the bolts and placing carpet back at the right I/P side. To install the RCM (14B321) connect its electrical connectors and secure the bolt while inserting the locking clips before placing carpet at the left I/P side. Finally, repower the system.

Question 2

What precautions should be taken when servicing the air bag control module and ensuring proper operation of the restraints control module (RCM) on Ford Taurus?

Accepted Answer

Safety glasses must be worn while servicing the air bag control module to protect from possible unexpected deployments that could injure you. A proper supplemental restraint system requires correct orientation of the air bag control module (ACM). A vehicle with damage to the center tunnel after a collision requires an inspection of ACM mounting and bracket for deformation before a new ACM should be installed even if air bags deployed or not. Probe the air bag module connectors at all times to avoid air bag deployment and personal injury and maintain all memory saver devices out. Electronic modules react negatively to the formation of static electricity because this phenomenon leads to system damages. When the ACM fuse removal occurs along with a turning ON ignition switch the air bag warning lamp will brighten; this identifiable behavior doesn't indicate any SRS problems. The installation of correct ACM hardware remains essential to prevent the emergence of erroneous diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Also test the SRS for proper functionality before customer vehicle handover. The system should be depowered during the initial step before the right side ACM retaining bolts are removed to reposition the carpet. You can disconnect the large ACM electrical connector after pinching the thumb tab while pivoting the connector position assurance lever backward to remove the connector. To remove the ACM one needs to extract the electrical connector locking wedge while releasing the retaining tab and disconnecting a small electrical connector and removing the bolt from its position. The installation process starts by positioning the ACM at the center tunnel area then you must install bolts according to the specified torque requirements for system functionality. The ACM small electrical connector needs proper alignment before being fully inserted and afterward placing the electrical connector locking wedge. Releasing the connector position assurance lever to its maximum extent is mandatory before installing the large ACM electrical connector while ensuring proper alignment to prevent damage. A gentle push on the large connector will result in an audible click that allows you to complete the securing process with the connector position assurance lever. Finally, repower the system.

OEM Ford Taurus Air Bag Control Module

14 Air Bag Control Modules found

Ford Taurus SDM Module Part Number: EG1Z-14B321-B

Ford Taurus SDM Module Part Number: BG1Z-14B321-A

Ford Taurus Diagnostic Unit Part Number: HG1Z-14B321-A

Ford Taurus Control Module Part Number: YF1Z-14B321-EA

Ford Taurus Diagnostic Module Part Number: FODZ-14B056-A

Ford Taurus Diagnostic Unit Part Number: F8DZ-14B321-AB

Ford Taurus SDM Module Part Number: 7G1Z-14B321-B

Ford Taurus Control Module Part Number: 5F1Z-14B321-BA

Ford Taurus Control Module Part Number: 5F1Z-14B321-AA

Ford Taurus SDM Module Part Number: AG1Z-14B321-B

Ford Taurus Control Module Part Number: 2F1Z-14B321-BB

Ford Taurus Control Module Part Number: 1F1Z-14B321-AA

Ford Taurus SDM Module Part Number: 9G1Z-14B321-A

Ford Taurus Control Module Part Number: 3F1Z-14B321-CA

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