Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2003WINDSTAR BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 196 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM - EXCEPT F150)
2003 Ford Windstar Base
Section 196 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System - Except F150)
2003 Ford Windstar BaseSECTION Section 196 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System - Except F150)
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- Description & Operation
- Component Locations
- System Operation Check
- Air Bag Safety Precautions
- Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
- Disposal Procedures
- Post-Collision Inspection
- Removal & Installation
- Adjustments
- Wire Repair
- Torque Specifications
- Diagnostics
- Diagnostic Tests
- Test A: Air Bag Warning Light On Continuously-RCM Disconnected, Inoperative Or Lost/Low Ignition Feed
- Test B: Air Bag Warning Light Inoperative (DTC B1869)
- Test C: Air Bag Warning Light Short To Battery Voltage (DTC B1870)
- Test D: Passenger-Side Air Bag Deactivation (Pad) Switch Fault (DTC B1871)
- Test E: Left PRETENSIONER Circuit Resistance High Or Low (DTC B1877 Or B1885)
- Test F: Left PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1878)
- Test G: Left PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1879)
- Test H: Right PRETENSIONER Circuit Resistance High Or Low (DTC B1881 Or 1886)
- Test I: Right PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1882)
- Test J: Right PRETENSIONER Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1883)
- Test K: Passenger-Side Air Bag Deactivation (Pad) Warning Light Inoperative (DTC B1884)
- Test L: Driver-Side Air Bag Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1887)
- Test M: Passenger-Side Air Bag Circuit Short To Ground (DTC B1888)
- Test N: Passenger-Side Air Bag Deactivation (Pad) Warning Light Short To Battery (DTC B1890)
- Test O: Air Bag Tone Warning Indicator Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (B1891)
- Test P: Air Bag Tone Warning Indicator Circuit Short To Ground Or Open (DTC B1892)
- Test Q: Driver-Side Air Bag Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1916)
- Test R: RCM Bracket Ground Resistance High (DTC B1921)
- Test S: Passenger-Side Air Bag Circuit Short To Battery Or Ignition (DTC B1925)
- Test T: Driver-Side Air Bag Circuit Resistance High (DTC B1932)
- Test U: Passenger-Side Air Bag Circuit Resistance High (DTC B1933)
- Test V: Driver-Side Air Bag Circuit Resistance Low (DTC B1934)
- Test W: Passenger-Side Air Bag Circuit Resistance Low (DTC B1935)
- Test X: Incorrect Vehicle Identification (DTC C1414)
- Test Y: No Communication With RCM
- Wiring Diagrams
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.