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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2010MARINER HYBRID, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1198 (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONRESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM)INSTALLATION
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWD

Restraints Control Module (RCM): Installation

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. 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.

    Position the RCM  .

    • Install the 2 RH RCM  bolts.
      • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    • Position the carpet back at the RH side of the center tunnel area under the instrument panel.
  2. Install the RCM  .
    • Install the LH RCM  bolt.
      • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
  3. Connect the small RCM  connector.
  4. Verify that the CPA lever is positioned back completely (as shown in illustration) before connecting the large RCM  connector.
    Fig 1: Locating CPA Lever
    G06063829Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. NOTE: Placing the large Restraints Control Module (RCM) electrical wiring connector into the RCM  on an angle can cause bad electrical connections and damaged components.

    Position the large RCM  electrical connector into the RCM  .

    • NOTE: Do not push the connector such that the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) lever pivots and seats. Use light force to insert the connector into the Restraints Control Module (RCM) before using the CPA lever to lock the connector. Damage to the connector or component may occur.

    With the large RCM  electrical connector uniformly aligned to the RCM  , push in until a slight resistance is felt.

    Fig 2: Locating Large RCM Electrical Wiring Connector
    G06063830Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the large RCM  connector.
    • Insert the connector into the RCM  .
      • Push to lock the CPA lever thumb tab to the RCM  .
      Fig 3: Connecting Large Electrical Connector
      G06063831Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Repower the SRS  . For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
  8. If a new RCM  was installed, carry out the appropriate steps necessary to complete PMI  . For additional information, refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .
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