Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Restraints Control Module (RCM)

Special Tool(s)

Diagnostic Tool, Restraint System (2 Req'd) 418-F088 (105-R0012)
Weld Nut Repair - Stripped Weld Nut, Restraints Control Module (RCM)
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint ...

Removal
WARNING: The restraints control module (RCM) orientation is critical for proper system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) has been involved in a col ...

Other materials:

Pressure
1. Clean all dirt from and remove the brake master cylinder filler cap and fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with the specified brake fluid. 2. NOTE: Master cylinder pressure bleeder adapter tools are available from various manufacturers of pres ...

Lumbar Control Switch
Removal and Installation All vehicles 1. Remove the front seat. For additional information, refer to Seat-Front Power in this section. Vehicles with standard power lumbar 2. Pull to remove the lumbar control switch (14C715). 3. Disconnect the power lum ...

Component Tests
Idle Air Control (IAC) Valve 1. Open the hood. 2. NOTE: Key symptom is elevated idle speed while noise is occurring. NOTE: "Snapping" the throttle can induce the noise. Verify the condition by operating the vehicle for a short time. 3. Inspect the IAC valv ...