Glossary Of Terms Used In Pinpoint Tests

Air Bag Simulator
A Rotunda Air Bag Simulator 105-R0010 or equivalent consisting of a 2-ohm resistor is used to simulate air bag connection to system.

Disconnect Component
Disconnect component means disconnect component connector and vehicle harness connector. It does not mean remove component. Also, a disconnected part should not be reconnected unless instructed to do so.

Deactivate System
Deactivate system means to perform the Deactivation Procedure. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming / Service and Repair / Deactivation/Reactivation Procedures.

Pressure Switch Simulator
The Rotunda Pressure Switch Simulator 105-00080 or equivalent is a 250-ohm resistor used to simulate the pressure switch connection on the passenger air bag.

Prove Out System
Prove out system means to turn the ignition switch from OFF to RUN position and visually monitor the air bag indicator with the air bags installed. The air bag indicator will light continuously for approximately six seconds and then turn Off. If an air bag system fault is present, the air bag indicator will either:
- Fail to light.
- Remain illuminated continuously.
- Flash.

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

Reactivate System
Reactivate system means to perform the Reactivation Procedure. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming / Service and Repair / Deactivation / Reactivation Procedures.

WARNING: When the system is reactivated, the air bag simulator must be removed and the air bag reconnected.


Reconnect System
Reconnect system means to reconnect all system components. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming / Service and Repair / System Reconnect Check List.

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

Verify System
Verify System means to prove out system with Rotunda Air Bag Simulator 105-R0010 or equivalent for driver side air bag and Rotunda Pressure Switch Simulator 105-00080 or equivalent for passenger side air bag.