Air Bag Deactivation Indicator: Service and Repair

Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator

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NOTE: The MKZ Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) indicator is part of the Front Controls Interface Module (FCIM) and is not serviceable separately.

NOTE: A DTC will set in the Restraints Control Module (RCM) if the PAD electrical connector is disconnected with the ignition ON. The RCM memory must be cleared before releasing the vehicle.

1. WARNING: Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute to deplete the backup power supply. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death in the event of an accidental deployment.

Turn the ignition OFF and wait one minute.

2. Remove the upper storage compartment. For additional information, refer to Instrument Panel and Console Storage Compartment - Upper.

3. Release the tab and remove the PAD indicator.

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

5. Prove out the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) as follows:

Turn the ignition from ON to OFF. Wait 10 seconds, then turn the ignition ON and monitor the air bag warning indicator with the air bag modules installed. The air bag warning indicator will light continuously for approximately 6 seconds and then turn off. If an air bag SRS fault is detected, the air bag warning indicator will:

- fail to light.
- remain lit continuously.
- flash.

The flashing might not occur until approximately 30 seconds after the ignition has been turned from the OFF to the ON position. This is the time required to complete testing of the SRS. If the air bag warning indicator is inoperative and a SRS fault exists, a chime will sound in a pattern of 5 sets of 5 beeps. If this occurs, the air bag warning indicator and any SRS fault discovered must be diagnosed and repaired.

Clear all RCM and Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM) Continuous Memory Diagnostic Trouble Codes (CMDTCs).