Glossary Of Terms Used In Pinpoint Tests

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 connectors and vehicle harness connector. It does not mean remove the component. Do not reconnect a disconnected part 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 system fault is present, the air bag indicator will either:
^ Fail to light.
^ Remain illuminated continuously.
^ Flash.

The flashing may 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 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 replaced before diagnosis can be continued.

WARNING: THE AIR BAG SIMULATOR MUST BE REMOVED AND THE AIR BAG MODULE RECONNECTED TO AVOID NON-DEPLOYMENT IN A COLLISION RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

Reactivate the System
Reactive 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 in place of the air bag modules.