Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Pinpoint Tests - Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

Special Tool(s)

73III Automotive Meter 105-R0057 or equivalent
Diagnostic Tool, Restraint System 418-F088 (105-R0012)
Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent scan tool

Restraint System Diagnostic Tool Warning

WARNING: This tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.

Pinpoint Test Note

Do not carry out any pinpoint test unless directed by the Symptom Chart.

Diagnostic Instructions - Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Special Tool(s) Worldwide Diagnostic System (WDS) 418-F224, New Generation STAR (NGS) Tester 418-F052, or equivalent scan tool The symptom chart can be used to help locate th ...

Pinpoint Test A: The Air Bag Warning Indicator Is Illuminated Continuously - RCM Disconnected, Inoperative or Lost/Low Ignition Feed
Normal Operation NOTE: During normal operation the air bag indicator will be lit continuously for 6 seconds after the ignition switch is placed in the RUN position and after five cycles of a lamp fa ...

Other materials:

Lock Cylinder - Door
Removal 1. NOTE: Individual lock cylinders are repaired by discarding the inoperative cylinder and building a new lock cylinder using the appropriate lock repair package. The lock repair package includes a detailed instruction sheet to build the ne ...

Purging - CIII Power Steering Pump
Special Tool(s) Vacuum Pump 416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or Equivalent CAUTION: If the air is not purged from the power steering system correctly, premature power steering pump failure can result. This condition can occur on pre-delivery vehicles ...

Component Tests
Ball Joint Inspection 1. Raise and support the vehicle. 2. Prior to performing any inspection of the ball joints, inspect the wheel bearings. 3. Position a safety stand beneath the front suspension lower arm (3079) to be tested. 4. While an assistant pul ...