Glossary Of Terms Used In Pinpoint Tests

Air Bag Simulator:

Air Bag Simulator
Air bag simulators are used to simulate air bag module connections to the system.

Disconnect the Component
Disconnect the component means disconnect the component 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 perform the deactivation procedure. Arming and Disarming

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. The air bag indicator will light continuously for approximately six seconds and then turn off. If an air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) fault is present, the air bag indicator will either:
- fail to light.
- remain lit continuously.
- flash.

The flashing may not occur until approximately 30 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned from the OFF to the RUN position. This is the time required for the air bag diagnostic monitor to complete the testing of the SRS. If the air bag indicator is inoperative and an SRS fault exists, a chime will sound in a pattern of five sets of five beeps. If this occurs, the air bag indicator will need to be repaired before diagnosis can continue.

Reactivate the System
Reactivate the system means to perform the reactivation procedure. Arming and Disarming

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

Replace the Component
Replace the component means to remove the existing component and replace it with an authorized replacement part obtained from Ford Customer Service Division.

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