Restraint Control Module (RCM)

2004 Ford Pickup F350 Super Duty, 4D Pickup, 6.8 S, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Restraint Control Module (RCM)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The RCM is on the international standards organization (ISO) 9141 network. The RCM controls the deployment of the air bags based on sensor input. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

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