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.
2018 Ford Escape Titanium, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Restraints Control Module (RCM) Testing (4 Of 4)
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test NB: Passenger Seat Track Sensor
- Pinpoint Test O: Passenger Airbag Canister Vent
- Pinpoint Test OA: Passenger Airbag Canister Vent (Separate Connector)
- Pinpoint Test P: Event Notification Signal
- Pinpoint Test PB: Event Notification Signal (Equipped With BCM-C And Fuel Pump Control Module)
- Pinpoint Test Pc: Event Notification Signal (Hybrid Or Electric Vehicles)
- Pinpoint Test Pd: Event Notification Signal (RCM To Pcm): Fiesta
- Pinpoint Test Pe: Event Notification Signal (RCM To FPDM): Fiesta
- Pinpoint Test Pf: Event Notification Signal (RCM To BCM And RCM To Pcm)
- Pinpoint Test Pg: Event Notification Signal (RCM To BCM)
- Pinpoint Test Q: Driver Side Airbag (In-Line Airbag)
- Pinpoint Test QA: Driver Side Airbag
- Pinpoint Test R: Left Air Curtain
- Pinpoint Test RA: Left Air Curtain (Inline)
- Pinpoint Test S: Passenger Side Airbag (In-Line)
- Pinpoint Test SA: Passenger Side Airbag
- Pinpoint Test T: Right Air Curtain
- Pinpoint Test Ta: Right Air Curtain (Inline)
- Pinpoint Test U: Second Row Left Buckle Sensor
- Pinpoint Test UA: Second Row Left Buckle Sensor (Buckle And Inflator Separated)
- Pinpoint Test UB: Second Row Left Buckle Sensor (Buckle Assembly)
- Pinpoint Test V: Second Row Right Buckle Sensor
- Pinpoint Test VA: Second Row Right Buckle Sensor (Buckle And Inflator Separated)
- Pinpoint Test Vb: Second Row Right Buckle Sensor (Buckle Assembly)
- Pinpoint Test W: Left Front Impact Sensor
- Pinpoint Test WA: Left Front Impact Sensor (Including Component Internal Failure)
- Pinpoint Test WB: Left Front Impact Sensor (With Fourth Row Left Side Impact Sensor)
- Pinpoint Test WC: Left Front Impact Sensor (Including Invalid Serial Data Received)
- Pinpoint Test X: Driver Door And Right C-Pillar Side Impact Sensor SUPERCAB And Super Crew
- Pinpoint Test XA: Driver Door And Right C-Pillar Side Impact Sensor (Including Invalid Serial Data Received)
- Pinpoint Test XB: Driver Door And Right C-Pillar Side Impact Sensor (Including Component Internal Failure)
- Pinpoint Test Y: Driver Door Side Impact Sensor Regular Cab
- Pinpoint Test Ya: Driver Door Side Impact Sensor (Third Row Left Hand Side And Second Row Right Hand Side Impact Sensor)
- Pinpoint Test Z: Passenger Door And Left C-Pillar Side Impact Sensor Super Cab And Super Crew
- Pinpoint Test ZA: Passenger Door And Left C-Pillar Side Impact Sensor (Including Invalid Serial Data Received)
- Pinpoint Test ZB: Passenger Door And Left C-Pillar Side Impact Sensor (Including Component Internal Failure)
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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