Glossary of Terms Used While Performing Tests

Restraint System Diagnostic Tools
Restraint system diagnostic tools are used to simulate air bag module connections to the system.

Disconnect the Component
Disconnect the component means disconnect the component vehicle harness connector. It does not mean remove the component. Do not reconnect a disconnected component unless instructed to do so.

Deactivate the System
Deactivate the system means to carry out the deactivation procedure. Refer to Deactivation Procedure. Deactivation Procedures

Prove Out the System
Prove out the system means to turn the ignition switch from the OFF to the RUN position and visually monitor the air bag indicator with the air bag modules installed. Refer to Prove Out Procedure. Prove Out Procedure

Reactivate the System
Reactivate the system means to carry out the reactivation procedure. Refer to Reactivation Procedure. Reactivation Procedures

Reconnect the System
Reconnect the system means to reconnect all system components. Refer to Air Bag Reconnect Checklist.

Install a New Component
Install a new component means to remove the existing component and install a new authorized part obtained from Ford Customer Service Division.

Verify the System
Verify the system means to prove out the system with restraint system diagnostic tools for the air bag modules in place of the components.

Air Bag Reconnect Checklist
The checklist below should be completed following diagnosis or repair of any air bag system concern:
1. All in-seat electrical connectors connected?
2. All air bag modules connected?
3. Restraints Control Module (RCM) connected?
4. All safety belt pretensioners connectors connected?
5. All sensors (side impact) connected?
6. Battery connected?