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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 823 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM - F250-F550)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONRESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)INSTALLATION
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic

Restraints Control Module (RCM): Installation

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Pickup, 2007 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2007 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2007 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: RCM Bolts
GF0005461Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag RCM retaining bolts is critical for correct system operation.
  1. Position the RCM and install the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
    2. Fig 2: RCM, Electrical Connector & Bolt
    GF0005462Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Connect the RCM.
    • Install the bolt.
      • Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
    • Connect the RCM electrical connector.
    • Engage the RCM electrical connector locking clip.
  3. Install the RCM cover.
  4. Repower the system. Do not prove out the system at this time.  For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering  in the General Procedures .
    5. NOTE: When a new RCM is first installed in the vehicle, module configuration must be carried out. If the RCM is incorrectly configured, erroneous DTC(s) will result.
  5. If a new RCM is being installed, configure the RCM using a scan tool.
  6. Prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS) as follows:

    Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the key back to ON and visually monitor the air bag indicator with the air bag modules installed. The air bag indicator will light continuously for approximately 6 seconds and then turn off. If an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault is present, the air bag indicator will:

    - fail to light.

    - remain lit continuously.

    - flash.

    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 5 sets of 5 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.

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