ECS is located on center tunnel, under instrument panel. ECS contains a microcomputer, which monitors
electrical system components and connections. ECS performs a system self-check of air bag system internal
circuits every time ignition switch is turned to RUN position. ECS also energizes AIR BAG warning light
during initial system self-check and whenever a fault is detected. Faults are stored in ECS memory and
translated into flash codes, which are displayed through AIR BAG warning light. ECS also communicates
through Data Link Connector (DLC) current and historical Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
If a system fault exists and AIR BAG warning light is malfunctioning, ECS signals Generic Electronic Module
(GEM) to activate a chime, indicating need for service.
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG DEACTIVATE (PAD) SWITCH
PAD switch allows the vehicle operator to deactivate the passenger-side air bag when a rear facing infant seat is
in the passenger seat.
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
When sensors close, signaling an impact, air bag igniters trigger inflator. When air bag is activated, instrument
panel trim cover tears at seams and hinges, allowing deployment. Passenger-side air bag module is only
serviced as a complete assembly.
SEAT BELT PRETENSIONERS
The front seat belt pretensioner is integrated with seat belt retractor or seat belt buckle assembly, depending on
model. Pretensioner contains a pyrotechnic device, that when signaled by the Electronic Crash Sensor (ECS),
deploys to remove excess webbing from seat belt system, tightening webbing around occupant.
COMPONENT LOCATIONS
RESTRAINT SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONS
Component
(1)
Location
Clockspring
On steering column, behind steering wheel
Driver-side air bag module
Center of steering wheel
Electronic crash sensor
On tunnel, below center of instrument panel
Passenger-side air bag module
Right side of instrument panel, above glove box
Passenger-Side Air Bag Deactivate (PAD) switch
Center of instrument panel
Seat belt pretensioners
Front seat belt retractor or seat belt buckle
(1)
See
Fig. 1
.
2001 Ford Pickup F350 Super Duty
2001 ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT Ford Motor Co. - Air Bag Restraint Systems
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