Mountaineer 2WD V8-4.6L (2010)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
Restraints Control Module (RCM)
Removal
WARNING: Do not handle, move or change the original horizontal mounting position of the restraints control module (RCM) while the RCM
is connected and the ignition switch is ON. Failure to follow this instruction may result in the accidental deployment of the Safety Canopy(R)
and cause serious personal injury or death.
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.
NOTICE: When installing a new Restraints Control Module (RCM), it is necessary to carry out Programmable Module Installation (PMI).
For additional information, refer to Information Bus. Failure to follow these instructions may result in component damage and/or system
failure. See: Powertrain Management/Computers and Control Systems/Information Bus/Testing and Inspection/Programming and
Relearning/Programmable Module Installation (PMI)
NOTE: When installing a new Restraints Control Module (RCM), always make sure the correct RCM is being installed. If an incorrect RCM is
installed, erroneous DTCs will result.
NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct RCM fuse is removed and the ignition is ON.
NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
1. If installing a new RCM, carry out the steps necessary to prepare for Programmable Module Installation (PMI). For additional information, refer to
Information Bus.
2. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering See: Body and
Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Dashboard / Instrument Panel/Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair/Supplemental Restraint
