Ford Vehicles: The Absolute Easiest Way To Diagnose Air Bag Faults

[@observersnt]

Outstanding, straight forward, unpretentious, competent, non ego, no nonsense, just excellent. Thank you so much. It was also fascinating

[@cruisepix]

Having the right tools don't make the technician, the technician makes the tools. Impressive knowledge Brian. Thanks

[@paulcross1443]

You have the most in depth, easy to understand videos ever. You saved me so much replacing my FX4 front hubs several years ago, and it is interesting seeing the same software the shop uses to diagnose these problems. Definitely sharing with my electronic students!

[@John76546-x]

I had these faults on a 2002 ford escape. Unhooked battery to be safe, opened the connectors on booth seats, used t-pin to tighten the metal connectors, sprayed with de-oxit, then applied the ford dielectric grease and reconnected. Been two plus years and working well- no faults.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+John Fountaine Yeah those were some weak bulky connectors. The new ones that replace it in the tsb are much more robust over time and the same design is still used today.

[@haroldpalmsesq2506]

Ford should have already used dielectric in every fitting. Would save so many headaches in wiring troubleshooting around the world!!

[@chrisvanderham5488]

I had the airbag code for the sensor under the seat. I disconnected the battery for two hours, unbolted the passenger seat and reseated the connectors. The seat legs were rusty as was the floor so I cleaned both to bare metal. I put it back together and reset the code and so far so good!

[@ka8772]

Brilliant teacher!. That's why I watch his DIY vids!!!

[@keithkennedy9065]

great info brian..I never even thought seat belts and air bag were wired together like that.. I thought impact sensor to airbag and that was it.

[@FoxFreak]

Brian!!! Your videos are so awesome and helpful. I wrench on a fleet with 95% Fords from older Ranger all the way up to F-550.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+FoxFreak Nice!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+FoxFreak I hope they give you an IDS and access to PTS.

[@FoxFreak]

+FordTechMakuloco They do, but i'm still trying to learn all that it can do. But between the two, it is very helpful. Your videos are worth more than the tools!!

[@robdog5.0w]

2010Ford Edge with B1342-60 and U154 in RCM. I can get data from module ,so if both HS and MS are 120 Ohms , module is dead I would assume. First time in 25 years have I hade this code. Thanks Brian, Robert

[@JES2691]

Could you show what hardshell you are holding or wiggling? If I were to unplug them and blow off any dust and add some electrical grease, would that solve the air bag light on?

[@josegomora4467]

Thanks!

[@rustypython]

Awesome tutorial! Thank you for this. I'm excited about exploring all this data on my cars

[@danvinning8066]

you are not going to believe this, but it works. I just did this and my light went out on 2014 f150. LOL, thanks

[@ozzstars_cars]

nice diagnosis, scanners make life easier

[@rox625]

Just got done learning about this uo at UTI today

[@michelmonssen7746]

Your knowledge and content is impressive. Thanks for the help.

[@TheShadowrider81]

idk what u were talking about that not being the correct fix. of course it is. cleaning the connector IS the fix because its what caused the code in the 1st place. and i guarantee its atmosphere, not arcing, that causes the connection to gain resistance. cigarette smoke, humidity, salty ocean air. they all cause electrical connections to go bad. it was fords stupid engineers that set such a ridiculously low margin on those circuits that has caused all these issues in the 1st place. the circuit is good, just ever so slightly weaker connection. still well good enough to carry an impulse to activate the device. i would clean the connectors with maf cleaner and after it dried thoroughly reconnect with dielectric grease and it would last the rest of the vehicles life.

[@agentpk8992]

I have a 1999 Ford F-150 showing a 35 airbag code. How do I check that out? I know it's a (35 Low Resistance Across Pins 8 and 9 at Diagnostic Monitor), but where do I start? Is there a recall?

[@dkupy100]

My 2002 Ranger airbag/restraint light would flash 4 and 6 a couple times then go steady. There is a connector under drivers seat. Unplugged, sprayed contact cleaner and applied Permatex electrical grease. Lights been out since.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+David Kupferman Yup very common same thing on the early Escapes.

[@aviator1683]

FordTechMakuloco good videos keep up with good work I learned a lot from your videos Thanks for taking the time to make em

[@colonialroofingofnorthcaro441]

I got a 2002 Ford explorer with 300,000 miles on it and it's worth fixing, anything can be fixed back new compared to $60,000 new explorer

[@erniebunch7882]

When people clean their cars with liquid or spill liquids on your seats or rain will affect them also. That's why I try to take the time to clean in those spots really good to make sure no moisture is there

[@brownievp3853]

Thank you again, your video helped me to pin point the problems I was having.

[@YooTooobJeff]

Is it absolutely necessary to remove the seats to get at these plugs/connectors? Can they be accessed (like you did?) by reaching underneath them?

[@markward4023]

What kind of software are you using on your computer to see the data? If it is not too expensive I would invest in it.

[@dustinsigmon1342]

Got the same thing on my F150 right now. good info. Interested to see if my Autel will give me the same PIDs. As always thanks

[@billsullivan8812]

@ Brian-great video. do you know what the Resistance is supposed to be on a 2007 Ford Ranger Right Front Impact Severity Sensor. I have ford manual and wiring diagram for this truck, but does not give resistance value in books.Pins 1 and 2 on sensor go to pins 39 and 40 go to restraint control module. I am thinking that resistor in sensor monitors for diagnostics. I occasionally get a B118 , but very intermittent- not a hard fault code. Thank You.

[@glenlemons7253]

Question? My 2007 ford escape passenger seat bolts are really rusted. Could that causes a grounding problem? Thanks bud for your assistance with this problematic issue.

[@brianblithe2271]

Ay Chief, on my 2003 ford f250 5.4 4x4 xl, airbag, I believe the airbag for 99-07 is obsolete so im a bit worried but my question is how do you know the airbag even still works ? and is there a video on it ?

[@allansmith1185]

yes I would like to know what connector you are wiggling the yellow one or the larger main one?

[@jenb7681]

What kind of scan tool software do you use for your pc? Where can I get it?

[@CutterElfquest]

I got a B2292 (seat belt pretensioner) but the “flashing code” (3-4) on the airbag dash says it’s the clock spring in the steering wheel.

[@feeneysmechanical6215]

Great video. my coworker has a 07 milan that has a B2292 code. I just need to figure out which pretensioner it is. this video have me some great info.

[@Atacama777]

Excellent info and awesome feature of the scan tool, thanks a lot for the explanation.

[@brownievp3853]

Thank you for the tip. I have a connector under the seat that is failing, the grease help, but need to replace that connector. By any chance do you know where I can get such connector? I look at several places, but no luck :(

[@billrimmer5596]

Good afternoon Brian. Thank u. If u cleaned those contacts would the air bag light go off by itself. Or does the code stay their until cleared? I wonder how much info the MaxiDas would give on air bag. That Ford scan tool is really amazing as is the tech that is teaching us!!!!!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Bill Rimmer Yes it would and did this was also confirmed at the end of the video with a on demand self test.

[@clintoncodack]

Great video. I haven't seen a lot of good information on the Internet for this sort of thing probably due to reasons you mentioned. I have a 2003 Taurus that presented with code 12 a while back, but the voltage and fuses to the RCM check out. I have often wondered if the RCM simply failed. Due to being an older vehicle I haven't bothered with it any further, and don't plan on holding onto the vehicle much longer. Have you seen many RCMs of that vintage that failed?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Clinton Codack RCM's almost never fail I have only replaced maybe 2 for B1342 codes most were accident related replacements.

[@nofortunatesonII]

This does not pertain to airbag codes, but thought I would ask. I have a 2003 Ranger that has a P01000 code. I have not unhooked the battery, but vehicle has sat for about 30 days. Besides coming up when the battery is disconnected, can this code appear if the vehicle is not driven for an extended period?

[@josephtucci3666]

Great job my friend Boy that ford SCANNER is something! I am going to get that grease thanks man!

[@gordotiti]

I replaced my passenger seat on my Windstar with one from the junk yard. Now I’m getting an airbag warning light. Are the bags mated to the computer?

[@WIRENUT0143]

Question sir. My 1998 F250 had air bag code 12 flash. Found blown fuse and replaced. Now I am getting a code 52 flash. I was told It will reset after 256 starts. Does this sound correct? Any other suggestions. Love your Video's

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Joey Welch Air bag systems are always watching so if the fault is gone the system automatically clears the light.

[@seanmatticker4723]

I have a 2005 Ford Five Hundred with an airbag light blinking a code. How do I decipher the signal or by how many times my airbag light blinks time the light blinks?

[@DRamsland]

replacing the tensioner is not the solution ether, the issue is the connectors them selfs. zip tie them shut and it should solve the problem if the resistance is high. I find that they will close a little further past the clip that locks the connector. you don't show what you are doing in the video when you grab the connector but i can imagine you are grabbing the yellow connector under the seat and squeezing it together?

[@gregoryacole6009]

Thanks there’s just one question are the yellow connectors under both the seats,passenger and driver in front?

[@mikecont9742]

Great diagnosis and fix. Thanks for the knowledge...

[@TheKriwof4]

Excellent video . Very informative. What program are you using ? I only have a Snap and need to upgrade. Thank you for great insight !

[@josuecruzado7216]

H! In my 2007 sportrac limited. Code is B2292 pss front. say replace pretensioner module but olso say replace battery and battery is good. what you think?

[@jordymiranda5665]

Can you please do a video of an oil filter adapter gasket replacement on a 1997 expedition 5.4L? Thanks!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Jordy Miranda I would love to I am working with someone who wants it don't on their 98 we shall see if they bring it in.

[@frankdortu5858]

What type test equipment are you using. I have a code 51 and found the fuse in the control module is fried. I would like to know how to find the short. Any help would be great. Thanks

[@thomaswalter8142]

I have a 2010 fusion SE and I started to install leather seats and I started on the passenger side and the air bag light came on ( the seats being installed have air bags in them) . I put the old seat back in and the light went out. The leather seats are from a 2011 fusion SEL. What can I do to get the light out on the leather seats.

[@pj8655]

The "airbag readiness" light just came on in my '11 F-150 yesterday. The light stays on steady except for about 3 seconds after starting the truck. From what I've seen about the previous gen F-150s, a continuous light would indicate that the RCM is shot. Is this also the case for the 12th gen trucks?

[@robbocop33r12]

I've just replaced the clockspring unit which includes the turn signal stalks etc on it. Now when i turn on the ignition the airbag light is on, fault code pointed to open circuit on airbag circuit one, which is the steering wheel area on my car. Sometimes the airbag light goes off for a day or two but usually comes back on. Would it be worth taking clockspring off again and reconnecting connectors a few times on the airbag etc?

[@jothain]

Hi experts. Have you ever stumbled into thing where airbag light would be on without any fault codes? I'm in europe, but I was about to buy mk4 Mondeo, but in test drive I noticed airbag light staying on. I looked at codes and there was plenty, which I wasn't afraid as I though car had ran out battery or something, but didn't find any safety codes and all cleared off. But light stayed on, no information display alerts or anything like that. MOT of the car was coming in few months so without knowing possible reason I stopped buying car there. Just bothers if it could've been something trivial I happened to miss. I bsolutely would've bought that car, but thought fault could cost easily like 1000euros if it would happen to be some special wiring fault or module fault.

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

Great video as always. P0113 2003 Lincoln Town Car Sensor 1 circuit High input, the IAT sensor is integrated into the MAF sensor? Thanks.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Freddy Hollingsworth Yes it is

[@freddyhollingsworth5945]

+FordTechMakuloco Thank You so much.

[@frankthomas2231]

Is there a way to clear crash data with forscan? I`m getting crash data full and locked 2014 expedition Also, do you know where i can get a spreadsheet so I can turn off front parking aids. Front bumper was replaced with a used one off a vehicle that didn`t have front parking sensors and there is a constant warning for them on the driver display.

[@Spunky_72]

I have a question...have a 1996 Ford Bronco...just replaced the airbag on the steering wheel. Airbag light still on. Was told about airbag module. where is that located?

[@tmtjg3]

What program do you run on your computer to interface with the vehicles? I have used a few and I have noticed they are either lacking key features and/or not very good for countless ways. Yes, I am a certified technician, I am looking into purchasing a new scan tool and I am very interested in working off of my laptop instead of having another brick to take care of day to day. Thanks in advance, have a great day!

[@mikesautomaintenance5780]

iam putting a plow on a 97 f150 the mount for the plow is really close to the air bag sensors on the frame I don't want it to some how come in contact with them and setting them off can I just disconnect the plugs on them will thay still go off if I just unplug them? I dont care about them its only a farm truck so won't be on the road just don't want them going off if the mount hits them

[@edmarkham2632]

The airbag light, also comes and then goes off all by itself. Then it will come back on in a few weeks. I have checked the seat belt plug connections and it still appears after I reset it. Could there be a connection problem within the air bag assembly unit ?

[@josuecruzado7216]

Thans for your videos. Help very much.

[@brianwalter2677]

I dont have the fancy tool but my 1999 f150 has a code 33 on my airbag on the cluster.

[@brianjirish]

I have a 2005 Ford escape v6. I'm getting a code 42 which states front impact sensor. Where is this sensor located at? I hate to take front bumper off if I don't have to. Any answers would be appreciated!

[@richarddowner4292]

could you help me with a air bag flash on the dash code 12? for a 1998 ford expedition with a 4.6l. I searched the net with no success. at the best I found it could be a fuse, but then it needs to be reset? or if the battery was dead/replaced it. it may cause the same code. this was for a 96 mustang... I could use your help is your have any answers on fixing and resetting the code 12 flash on the dash!! Thank you, R. Downer

[@jamesfreud1]

Thanks for the help! I really appreciate it! You're videos are the best! 👍 I have one more question. My new blend door actuator wont align properly for the screws to go back in to hold it down..what am i doing wrong?

[@adamrozman]

Very late, but you need to use the white plastic mating surface that the motor turns as a wrench to turn the internal HVAC mechanism into a position that lines up with the screws. Do this because the plastic output shaft of the actuator has much higher resistance to turn

[@kurtkennedy5370]

What does ford recommend (when under warranty) when you have a poor pin fit issue on an Air bag system....Do they recommend any wire repair, or the whole harness? Personally, Ive never recommended a wire or connector repair on any air bag system. now that you are out of a dealership, what do you recommend to the customer?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Kurt Kennedy They have revised pre tensioners for this vehicle and updated connectors both sides for other vehicles like the early Escapes. I do what Ford recommends you can never be too careful with airbags. Although on the focus with the same issue in the drivers airbag they recommend the same procedure here clean the contacts and apply the XG-12.

[@Seven_Craig]

Excellent video once again! What software are you using in the video and is it available for joe public?

[@MustangsandMavericks]

+FordTechMakuloco what pc are you using with the IDS? We have one Dell laptop and one HP with windows 7 and they both crash using IDS software quite a bit even though we try to keep all software up to date....

[@garyzapata2161]

Off hand would you know a code 12 for 2003 explore

[@davidetchellsetchells4692]

Thank you m6 freind, I'm not a ford man per se, but it seems like I end up working on them quite a bit because they are so popular here in Alaska, everybody drives explorers, 7.3 expeditions, and ecoboost cars like the fusion as well as Triton and navistar engined vehicles, so lots of minor repairs and rebuilds . 10 years ago I wouldn't touch any ford after 1970 because carburetors, distributors, and points are my forte, not pcm, tcm, rcm, bcm etc and all the spaghetti wiring and connectors that go along with it. I absolutely hate integrated power circuts with smart fuse boxes. It's just another way to have planned obsolescence in my eyes, why not have all the computers in one water proof , humidity controlled environment that's also temp controlled with super conductors to remedy 99% of all these connectivity problems .

[@johnbosco2404]

please answer me pls..I bought a salvage 2012 Lincoln MKX and I get B1121 and B1193..how do I fix it

[@jontrellg]

I need your help about my air suspension on my Grand Marquis LSE

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+County Bound Contact or PM me on my facebook page-facebook.com/FordTechMakuloco

[@adamr3028]

best bet to remove annoying 5xs in a row airbag beeping noise is simply remove fuse no# 19.easy as 1 2 3

[@OscarGarcia-tf6jg]

Hello Brian I was wondering if you could help me I have an 01 f150 with an air bag code 21 and I haven’t seen any info on this code wondering g if you could help me out please

[@jamesfreud1]

Hey..i have a question nothing related to airbags though. I have a 2009 F150 4.6L and the degas bottle only has a hose connected to the top of it. Is that normal? I thought it was supposed to have 2. The bottle is like molded into the air filter housing and wont come off. Anyways it has all this brown sandy looking mud in there. What should i do? Also i took the blend door actuator out and replaced it but the screw holes wont line back up, it did fix my no heat problem but i just havent been able to screw it back down.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+jamesfreud1 That is because you have a coolant expansion tank not a degas bottle so it is simple an overflow tank. Any overflow tank like this is much easier to clean out with high pressure hose than a degas bottle. It is best to use a cooling system cleaner to break it up then remove the bottle and air filter assy and flush it with a high pressure garden hose upside down.

[@Twobarpsi]

Is he using ForScan?

[@RyanFiore211]

Are you going to trade your ecodiesel for the 2017 diesel f150??

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Ryan Fiore If it is a diesel I just might yes I love Fords but I need that diesel for sure.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Ryan Fiore I have seen pics but no video. We will see how soon it comes.

[@RyanFiore211]

+FordTechMakuloco That video is spreading around now. Definitely no denying there is a diesel in it haha. They say it'll have the 3.0 v6 they make for the Range Rover Sport.

[@Zephry2]

Hello, my 2007 Mazda 6 has an air bag light that flashes twice, pauses, flashes twice, repeats 4 or 5 times, and then stays lit. I've read that this can be read as a fault code "22" but I can't find any information about what this code 22 represents. Do you happen to know anything about this?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Beau C Not sure on mazda vehicles but 22 is a Safety Belt Driver Pretensioner Circuit Short to Battery on Fords

[@Zephry2]

Thanks!

[@Duijp]

Love this video! I have a question I have a 2019 Ford ecosport and both front knee airbags deployed. I sent the module and seatbelts to get replaced.I bought the airbags from a junkyard and installed everything back. The airbag light is still on and my innova 5410 can’t even connect to the car. The fordpass app gave an alert that the RCM has detected a fault with the driver knee airbag circuit. Is there anything that I could do to clear this? Thanks please let me know

[@amandahill6398]

I went on KZbin to try to determine what air bag blinking light error code exist for my 1992 ford Taurus. Based on the blinks with a pause in between its a 5-1. The video says that airbag diagnostic monitor's fuse is blown. Can this be repaired by just replacing the fuses in the monitor? What should I know before I take it back to pep boys. They just repaired my car and this problem did not exist prior to them working on the car. If it had I would have asked them to repair it cause I know nothing about cars. I noticed the issue when I picked the car up before I left their lot. They had no mechanics on hand to look at it so they gave me an appointment for Monday (tomorrow).

[@C.Adams82]

Airbag light came on, I'm trying to diagnose it untymy new scanner comes in the mail. If I turn the passenger airbag off the light goes away. Is this a code 27?

[@yazeedkhadra]

hi i have for freestar 4.2 lt 2006 and i started to have the airbag light flashing before it becomes steady on it flashes 8 times then 1 time then it is prominently on with code B2293 i checked all plugs under the seats and they all loom ok please advice

[@DeepSouthernTX]

front passenger airbag, improve contacts, may be rusted or loose connection. Always disconnect battery when messing with airbag connections

[@cliffordgomes2261]

👍🏻🙏🙏

[@smartfoamconsulting9161]

Hi I got a 2001 f150 5.4 and I can't find any were in the internet what it mean the airbag light flashing 1-6 need help

[@templebell1752]

What do I look for if the light on the dash doesn't come on at all?

[@robertejones254]

What would cause a air bag light to come on then go out but stays dim? No codes

[@expertopinion8111]

Where is the rh radiator primary crash sensor on 1995 mustang gt

[@gpaulwelch7127]

Can I change airbag module with out having it reset to my car 2011 fusion

[@FordTechMakuloco]

no

[@edmarkham2632]

I have a 2007 Ford Focus that continues to have a PO128 code. The thermostat and water temp. sensor was replaced last year and all seems to be normal. I reset it and it shows up again (check engine light) a few weeks later. What going on ?

[@angelinasolomon3217]

ed markham I have the same Car year and all and mine does this to replaced it and it still comes up on there can’t figure it out for the life of me so I just go with it

[@dunnoyolo2238]

What can you do to reset airbag 25 code on 98 expedition ?

[@jorgemujica1822]

Hello brother where i can find this program diagnostic for my lapto?

[@saturnoL]

Hi buddy! Real good vids keep them coming, i have a question for you, I’m a technician with a plenty of experience in the field, i have done several pre tensioners and air bags as well but mostly in Japanese cars! All my life i’ve been a FORD hater hahaha but believe it or not the more i hate them the more they started to come to me hahaha so now i love them to death hahaha i own a 2014 fusion and i bought a 2013 focus ST Hail ECOBEAST hahaha anyway this last vehicle only has 30k miles on it but, today i’ve notice my air bag light came on and it happen to be a left air bag curtain B0021-13 plus i also noted the my driver door the keyless unlock/lock device doesn’t work either but the rest of them do!! I went on my computer and there is a recall for the door handle but not for the airbag curtain! I’m taking the car to the dealer cause is free and i don’t have to waste my time doing it while i have customers waiting for their cars to be fixed Lol , The thing is: you as a FORD ( inside man ) tech have done this curtains before? Cause i haven’t done any yet!! Are they really hard to do?? I know you have to tear the roof down which i don’t want to :(

[@isaacsarsona4418]

You should have noted to your viewers why checking resistance on an air bag circuit with a multimeter is risky.

[@28282222]

Have you ever removed the clockspring form a 2001 Taurus SES? It seem different from any other year. There is no tabs to pop up or any obvious plates etc,

[@FordTechMakuloco]

If I did then it was over a decade ago.

[@fixitright9709]

Is your IDS subscription based yearly?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+fixitright57 yes

[@fixitright9709]

+FordTechMakuloco so if you dont update are u completely locked out?

[@rollindougherty7198]

what is a 3.4 fault? thank you

[@davonnmcbroom4512]

Is this the same for a 2004 grand marquis?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yes

[@davonnmcbroom4512]

Is there anyway I can fix it without that tool?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Davonn McBroom You can diagnose it with many scan tools out there but not the cheap OBD 2 ones made to just talk to the pcm.

[@vickicamaren]

How to fix 2005 f150 code 18 air bag ??

[@charleslove5255]

Just pulled the dashboard out and unplug the stupid light

[@Tenamesan]

Is there a way to disable the airbag lamp without spending money to replace the part?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Tenamesan Nope

[@aaronstafford17]

Only way would be to take your instrument cluster apart and remove the bulb.

[@josephflores5713]

Hahaha

[@jamesscott5058]

What IS the proper repair? To replace the pretensioners?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yes replace the pretensioners and harness jumper.

[@tonyjcool5314]

Thanks nice details

[@johnnyflores1978]

Usually sensor faults