F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN 3 (1999)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
Removal And Installation
REMOVAL
WARNING: To avoid accidental, deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or
replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing, adjusting or striking
components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary
batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage can result.
NOTE: Repair is made by installing a new part only. If a new part does not correct the condition, in stall the original part and perform the diagnostic
procedure again.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
2. Remove the lower center instrument panel finish panel.
1
Remove the two push pins.
2
Remove the panel.
3. Disconnect the Restraints Control Module (RCM) electrical connector.
1
Disengage the RCM electrical connector locking clip.
2
Disconnect the RCM electrical connector.
