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Why did my airbag control module go off?

Why did my airbag control module go off?

Seems really odd that the module was sent in to be reset and the airbags didn’t go off. It is possible that the pre-tensioners went off and not the airbags. You can see the passenger side clearly and tell if it went off. The drivers side is in the door post and needs to be disassembled to check.

What are the DTC codes for Ford airbags?

Ford DTC Trouble Codes DTC Description 12 Airbag module faulty (RCM Is Faulted) – 13 Crash Data Memory Full ( Send Airbag Mod 14 Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor Ground Circui 15 Incorrect Airbag module installed – DTC

Why do I need to reset my Honda airbag module?

Even after a minor accident the airbag may not deploy but the seat belts will lock and airbag module will need to be reset because of crash data and crash codes that are stored in the airbag module. MyAirbags will reset your airbag control module back to its original manufacturer state clear of all codes, both soft and hard codes.

When to use my airbags on a Ford?

If your Ford vehicle was involved in an accident/collision, or you are a dealer or a body shop that is rebuilding a vehicle that you have purchased at an auction such as Copart or IAAI (Insurance Auto Auction), then you will love MyAirbags.

Seems really odd that the module was sent in to be reset and the airbags didn’t go off. It is possible that the pre-tensioners went off and not the airbags. You can see the passenger side clearly and tell if it went off. The drivers side is in the door post and needs to be disassembled to check.

Even after a minor accident the airbag may not deploy but the seat belts will lock and airbag module will need to be reset because of crash data and crash codes that are stored in the airbag module. MyAirbags will reset your airbag control module back to its original manufacturer state clear of all codes, both soft and hard codes.

Where are airbag codes stored in Ford SRS?

Below you will find common airbag codes that can be stored in your airbag control module after your vehicle was in an accident. The best part of having your Ford’s original SRS airbag module reset by MyAirbags is that when you get your airbag control module back and it goes back into the same vehicle that it came out of then it will be plug-n-play.

If your Ford vehicle was involved in an accident/collision, or you are a dealer or a body shop that is rebuilding a vehicle that you have purchased at an auction such as Copart or IAAI (Insurance Auto Auction), then you will love MyAirbags.

Why does the airbag light stay on in a Ford Focus?

Your Focus’s airbag ligh t is there to tell you that there’s a problem with the airbag system. If it comes on for a few seconds as the vehicle starts, that is completely normal and part of the diagnostic cycle. It’s when it stays on that indicates a problem. Your airbag light is part of your Focus’s larger supplemental restraint system.

How do you install an airbag control module?

All airbag srs components must be installed and connected properly before installing the airbag control module. This includes air bags, seat belts, clock spring and impact sensors. Disconnect the battery and bolt down the module and then connect the harness wiring plugs.

Where is the SRS airbag control module located?

In most GM cars it is under the driver or passenger seat. Disconnect the positive battery cable and wait 3 min. You are now safe to unplug the airbag control module harness wiring plugs. All airbag srs components must be installed and connected properly before installing the airbag control module.

What does the diagnostic warning light on Ford Focus mean?

Every time you start your Ford Focus, the computer system runs a self diagnostic check on all major systems. If any of these checks fail, you will see a diagnostic warning light on the dash for the corresponding system. When the airbag system fails this check, you’ll see the airbag light.

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Ruth Doyle