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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1451 (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONRESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)INSTALLATION
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Restraints Control Module (RCM): Installation

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    WARNING: Always tighten the fasteners of the restraints control module (RCM) and impact sensor (if equipped) to the specified torque. Failure to do so may result in incorrect restraint system operation, which increases the risk of personal injury or death in a crash.
  1. Position the RCM and install the 2 RCM bolts on the RH side.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
  2. Connect the small RCM electrical connector.
  3. Install the RCM bolt on the LH side.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
  4. Make sure the connector position assurance lever is all the way back and in the full release position before attempting to connect the connector.
    5. Fig 1: View Of Connector Position Assurance Lever
    G03989905Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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