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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010FOCUS S, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1340 (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONRESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)INSTALLATION
2010 Ford Focus S, Standard

Restraints Control Module (RCM): Installation

2010 Ford Focus S, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. 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. Install the RCM  and 3 bolts.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
  2. Make sure the connector position assurance lever is in the full release position before attempting to connect the connector.
    Fig 1: Identifying Connector Position Assurance Lever
    G06063829Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. NOTE: Putting the large Restraints Control Module (RCM) electrical connector into the RCM  on an angle can cause bad electrical connections and damage components.
  3. Position the large RCM  electrical connector into the RCM  .
      NOTE: Do not push the connector to the point where the lever pivots and seats itself. Light pressure is needed to get the connector into position on the Restraints Control Module (RCM) before using the lever to fully seat the connector. Failure to follow these instructions may result in component damage and/or system failure.
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