Navigator 2WD V8-5.4L DOHC VIN R (2001)
The flashing might not occur until approximately 30 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned from the OFF to the ON position. This is the
time required for the restraints control module (RCM) to complete the testing of the SRS. If the air bag indicator is inoperative and a SRS fault
exists, a chime will sound in a pattern of five sets of five beeps. If this occurs, the air bag indicator and any SRS fault discovered must be
diagnosed and repaired. Clear all continuous DTCs from the restraints control module using a scan tool.
Deactivation and Reactivation
Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) Deactivation and Reactivation
Special Tool(s)
Deactivation
Warning: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag
module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
Warning: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of gas generant combustion that is
irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
Warning: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the
event of an accidental deployment.
Warning: Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental
deployment.
Warning: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
Note: If a seat equipped with a seat mounted side air bag and/or a safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) system is being serviced, the supplemental
restraint system (SRS) must be depowered.
Note: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not
indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
Note: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
All Vehicles
1. Move and tilt the front seats to their highest and most forward position.
2. Turn all vehicle accessories OFF.
3. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
4. At the central junction box (CJB), located below the LH side of the instrument panel, remove the cover and the restraints control module (RCM)
fuse F22 (10A) from the CJB. For additional information, refer to the Wiring Diagram Manual.
5. Turn the ignition ON and visually monitor the air bag indicator for at least 30 seconds. The air bag indicator will remain lit continuously (no
flashing) if the correct RCM fuse has been removed. If the air bag indicator does not remain lit continuously, remove the correct RCM fuse before
proceeding.
6. Turn the ignition OFF.
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.
