OEM 2008 Ford Mustang Air Bag Sensor

2008 Ford Mustang Air Bag Sensor Parts Q&A

• Q: How Should the Side Impact Air Bag Sensor Be Serviced to Ensure Safety and Proper Functionality on 2008 Ford Mustang?

  A: The side impact sensor service must start by verifying the vehicle has not experienced a crash before conducting RCM and impact sensor mounting area deformation checks while correcting any damage to standard production form. Before releasing the vehicle to the public it is mandatory to replace both sensors along with the RCM regardless of whether air bags deployed. This step serves to minimize severe injuries. The RCM fuse removal produces a manufactured lighting condition in the air bag warning indicator when the ignition switch is ON. This normal status does not imply any faulty condition. A vehicle must be released to market only when the SRS passes all operational tests without detecting any system faults. The repair process requires a new component installation yet the diagnostic steps need to be re-tried after reinstalling the initial part. First disable the SRS system before taking off the door scuff plate to reinstall the carpet. Disconnect the side impact sensor electrical connector while making sure the fasteners on RCM and impact sensor have their specified torque settings because improper restraint system operation might occur otherwise. Before removing a bolt and the sensor clean its mating surfaces while recording the location of its locating tabs. Reinstall the sensor by reversing the removal steps and apply 11 Nm (8 lb-ft) of torque to it before powering the SRS system.