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.
2007 Ford Taurus SEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Supplemental Restraints Systems DTCS
RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) LIST
| DTC | Description | Perform Test |
|---|---|---|
| - | RCM Disconnected or Inoperative | Go to Pinpoint Test A . |
| B1231 | Crash Data Memory Full | INSTALL a new RCM and impact sensors. |
| B1317 | Battery Voltage High | CHECK battery voltage; to be below 16 volts. REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article. |
| B1318 | Battery Voltage Low | CHECK battery voltage; to be above 9 volts. REFER to CHARGING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article. |
| B1342 | RCM is Faulted | INSTALL a new RCM. |
| B1869 | Air Bag Warning Indicator Circuit Open or Short to Ground | Go to Pinpoint Test B . |
| B1870 | Air Bag Warning Indicator Circuit Short to Battery | Go to Pinpoint Test C . |
| B1884 | PAD Warning Lamp Circuit Failure | Go to Pinpoint Test D . |
| B1890 | PAD Warning Lamp Circuit Short To Battery | Go to Pinpoint Test E . |
| B1891 | Air Bag Tone Warning Indicator Short to Battery | Go to Pinpoint Test F . |
| B1892 | Air Bag Tone Warning Indicator Circuit Failure | Go to Pinpoint Test G . |
| B1921 | Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor Ground Circuit Open | Go to Pinpoint Test H . |
| B2290 | Occupant Classification System Fault | Go to Pinpoint Test I . |
| B2292 | Restraint System - Safety Belt Pretensioner Status (Driver Pretensioner Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test J . |
| B2292 | Restraint System - Safety Belt Pretensioner Status (Passenger Pretensioner Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test J . |
| B2293 | Restraint System - Air Bag Status (Driver Front Air Bag Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test K . |
| B2293 | Restraint System - Air Bag Status (Passenger Front Air Bag Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test K . |
| B2295 | Restraint System - Side Air Bag Status (Driver Seat Side Air Bag Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test I . |
| B2295 | Restraint System - Side Air Bag Status (Passenger Seat Side Air Bag Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test I . |
| B2296 | Restraint System - Impact Sensor Status (Front Impact Severity Sensor Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test M . |
| B2296 | Restraint System - Impact Sensor Status (Driver Side Impact Sensor Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test M . |
| B2296 | Restraint System - Impact Sensor Status (Passenger Side Impact Sensor Circuit Failure) | Go to Pinpoint Test M . |
| B2434 | Driver Safety Belt Buckle Switch Circuit Short to Ground | Go to Pinpoint Test N . |
| B2435 | Driver Safety Belt Buckle Switch Resistance Out of Range | Go to Pinpoint Test O . |
| B2438 | Passenger Safety Belt Buckle Switch Circuit Short to Ground | Go to Pinpoint Test P . |
| B2439 | Passenger Safety Belt Buckle Switch Resistance Out of Range | Go to Pinpoint Test Q . |
| B2477 | Module Configuration Failure | INSTALL a new RCM. |
| B2691 | Driver Safety Belt Buckle Switch Circuit Fault | Go to Pinpoint Test R . |
| B2692 | Passenger Safety Belt Buckle Switch Circuit Fault | Go to Pinpoint Test S . |
| B2909 | Belt Tension Sensor Fault | Go to Pinpoint Test T . |
| C1414 | Incorrect Vehicle Identification Code | Go to Pinpoint Test U . |
| C1947 | Seat Track Position Switch Circuit Short to Ground | Go to Pinpoint Test V . |
| C1948 | Seat Track Position Switch Circuit Resistance Out of Range | Go to Pinpoint Test W . |
| C1981 | Seat Track Position Switch Circuit Fault | Go to Pinpoint Test X . |
| - | No Communication With The Restraints Control Module (RCM) | Go to Pinpoint Test Y . |
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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.