Mustang V8-4.6L SC VIN Y (2004)
Air Bag Control Module: Technician Safety Information
WARNING:
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If the supplemental restraint system (SRS) Is being serviced, the system must be deactivated and restraint system diagnostic tools must be
installed.
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The air bag restraint system diagnostic tools must be removed and the air bag modules reconnected when the system is reactivated to
avoid non-deployment in a collision, resulting in possible personal injury.
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Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
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Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover or deployment door pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk
of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
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Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module
or safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
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Remote deployment is to be performed outdoors with all personnel at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) away to ensure personal safety. Due to the
loud report which occurs when the air bag is deployed, hearing protection is required.
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Do not place the driver or passenger air bag module with the trim cover or deployment door facing down, as the forces of the deploying
air bag can cause it to ricochet and cause personal injury.
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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.
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Please refer to the appropriate component or system to determine location of the front air bag sensors.
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The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.
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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).
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The restraints control module (RCM) orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag
supplemental restraint system (SRS) has been involved in a collision in which the center tunnel area has been damaged, inspect the
mounting and bracket for deformation. If damaged, the RCM must be replaced whether or not the air bags have deployed. In addition,
make sure the area of the RCM mounting is restored to its original condition.
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Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system
(SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and properly position the
sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
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The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could
result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
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To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes, and instructions in the supplemental restraint
system (SRS) deactivation/reactivation procedure. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.
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The tightening torque of the air bag restraints control module (RCM) retaining bolts is critical for correct system operation.
