Escape 4WD V6-3.0L (2008)
Impact Sensor: Testing and Inspection
SENSORS
WARNING: If a vehicle has been in a crash, inspect the restraints control module (RCM) and the impact sensor (if equipped) mounting areas
for deformation. If damaged, restore the mounting areas to the original production configuration. A new RCM and sensors must be installed
whether or not the air bags have deployed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious personal injury or death in a crash.
For this vehicle line, the supplemental restraint system (SRS) uses 5 satellite sensors in addition to the restraints control module (RCM). The RCM is
mounted to the center tunnel beneath the console. All vehicles have one front impact severity sensor located in the front-center area of the vehicle,
behind the grille mounted on the lower radiator support. The first row impact sensors are mounted behind the trim panel near the floor on the B-pillar,
the second row sensors are located on each C-pillar. The front and side impact sensor are not interchangeable. Mounting orientation is critical for correct
operation of all impact sensors.
