501-20B Supplemental Restraint System | 2013 - 2014 Fusion |
Diagnosis and Testing | Procedure revision date: 08/29/2012 |
B1414:11, B1414:81, B1414:93, B1419:81
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 46 for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
The RCM monitors the driver front door and RH C-pillar side impact sensors and circuits for the following faults:
NOTE: A short to ground on either impact sensor feed circuit sets DTC B1414:11. A short to voltage on either impact sensor feed circuit sets DTC B1414:93.
If a fault is detected, the RCM stores DTC B1414:11, B1414:81, B1414:93 or B1419:81 in memory and sends a message to the IPC to illuminate the airbag warning indicator.
The RCM communicates with each impact sensor. If the RCM is unable to communicate with the sensor, a DTC is stored in memory. A Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Code (CMDTC) no operation (failure type: 93) can be set by a short to voltage on the return circuit of the impact sensor.
When the feed circuit of either impact sensor is shorted to voltage, an invalid data received fault (failure type :81) may also be present for both sensors.
DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
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B1414:11 | Driver Side Restraints Sensor 1: Circuit Short to Ground | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses a shorted driver front door side impact sensor, a shorted RH C-pillar side impact sensor, a short to ground on the driver front door side impact sensor feed circuit or a short to ground on the RH C-pillar side impact sensor feed circuit. |
B1414:81 | Driver Side Restraints Sensor 1: Invalid Serial Data Received | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses a faulted driver front door side impact sensor or an open driver front door side impact sensor circuit. |
B1414:93 | Driver Side Restraints Sensor 1: No Operation | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses a faulted RH C-pillar side impact sensor or driver front door side impact sensor, or a short to voltage on the feed or return circuit of the RH C-pillar side impact sensor or driver front door side impact sensor. |
B1419:81 | Passenger Side Restraints Sensor 2: Invalid Serial Data Received | A fault is indicated when the RCM senses a faulted RH C-pillar side impact sensor or an open RH C-pillar side impact sensor circuit. |
Possible Sources
Visual Inspection and Diagnostic Pre-checks
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NOTE: Most faults are due to connector and/or wiring concerns. Carry out a thorough inspection and verification before proceeding with the pinpoint test. | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: SRS components should only be disconnected or reconnected when instructed to do so within a pinpoint test step. Failure to follow this instruction may result in incorrect diagnosis of the SRS . | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: Always make sure the correct SRS component is being installed. Parts released for other vehicles may not be compatible even if they appear physically similar. Check the part number listed in the Ford parts catalog to make sure the correct component is being installed. If an incorrect SRS component is installed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) may set. | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer. | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: Do not probe any impact sensor. The impact sensor cannot be tested using a multi-meter. | ||||||||||||||||
A1 RETRIEVE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | ||||||||||||||||
Were any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) retrieved on-demand during self-test?
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A2 CHECK THE DRIVER SIDE RESTRAINTS SENSOR 1 DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (SHORT TO GROUND INDICATED) | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts to change the fault reported by the RCM by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the RCM is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
Did the on-demand Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) change from B1414:11 to B1414:81?
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A3 CHECK THE PASSENGER SIDE RESTRAINTS SENSOR 2 DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (SHORT TO GROUND INDICATED) | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts to change the fault reported by the RCM by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the RCM is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
Did the on-demand DTC change from B1414:11 to B1419:81?
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A4 CHECK THE DRIVER FRONT DOOR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR FEED CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND AND SHORT BETWEEN SENSOR CIRCUITS | ||||||||||||||||
Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms?
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A5 CHECK THE RH (RIGHT-HAND) C-PILLAR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR FEED CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND AND SHORT BETWEEN SENSOR CIRCUITS | ||||||||||||||||
Are the resistances greater than 10,000 ohms?
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A6 CHECK THE DRIVER DOOR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE (NO OPERATION INDICATED) | ||||||||||||||||
Is any voltage present?
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A7 CHECK THE RH (RIGHT-HAND) C-PILLAR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TO VOLTAGE (NO OPERATION INDICATED) | ||||||||||||||||
Is any voltage present?
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A8 CHECK THE DRIVER DOOR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR AND RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) CONNECTIONS (INVALID SERIAL DATA RECEIVED) | ||||||||||||||||
Was DTC B1414:81 retrieved on-demand during self-test?
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A9 CHECK THE DRIVER DOOR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN (INVALID SERIAL DATA RECEIVED) | ||||||||||||||||
Are the resistances less than 0.5 ohm?
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A10 CHECK THE DRIVER SIDE RESTRAINTS SENSOR 1 DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (INVALID SERIAL DATA RECEIVED) | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts to change the fault reported by the RCM by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the RCM is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
Did the DTC change from B1414:81 to B1414:11?
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A11 CHECK THE RH (RIGHT-HAND) C-PILLAR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR AND RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) CONNECTIONS (INVALID SERIAL DATA RECEIVED) | ||||||||||||||||
Was DTC B1419:81 retrieved on-demand during self-test?
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A12 CHECK THE RH (RIGHT-HAND) C-PILLAR SIDE IMPACT SENSOR CIRCUITS FOR AN OPEN (INVALID SERIAL DATA RECEIVED) | ||||||||||||||||
Are the resistances less than 0.5 ohm?
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A13 CHECK THE PASSENGER SIDE RESTRAINTS SENSOR 2 DTC (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE) FOR A FAULT STATUS CHANGE (INVALID SERIAL DATA RECEIVED) | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: This pinpoint test step attempts to change the fault reported by the RCM by inducing a different fault condition. If the fault reported changes, this indicates the RCM is functioning correctly and is not the source of the fault.
Did the DTC change from B1419:81 to B1414:11?
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A14 CONFIRM THE RCM (RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE) FAULT | ||||||||||||||||
NOTE: Make sure all SRS components and the RCM electrical connectors are connected before carrying out the self-test. If not, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will be recorded.
Was the original DTC retrieved on-demand during self-test?
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A15 CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT FAULT | ||||||||||||||||
Was DTC B1414:11, B1414:81 or B1414:93 or B1419:81 retrieved on-demand during self-test?
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A16 CHECK FOR ADDITIONAL SRS (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM) DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) | ||||||||||||||||
Are any RCM and/or OCSM Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) retrieved on-demand during self-test?
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