AboutDennis W Expertise I am a retired Ford master tech specializing in electrical, climate control, emissions, driveability, chassis, brakes, and any light repairs. Currently employed by an independent shop that appreciates my knowledge and abilities.
Cannot answer transmission or parts questions, these are not areas of my expertise.
Experience 32 years of auto repair, diagnosis, and emissions testing, in service staions, independent garages, and 20 years with Ford dealers.
Organizations National Street Rod Association (NSRA)
International Automotive Technicians Network (IATN)
www.blueovaltechs.com
IAMAW (retired)
National Street Rod Association
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Education/Credentials Riverside City College Automotive technology program
Ford Master Tech Certified Engine and Chassis Master (Over 500 hours)
ASE Certified in 7 categories
6 years training in Union 76 Pro-tech program
Awards and Honors 4-time Technician of the Year at Almaden Lincoln Mercury
Ford Master Tech
Union 76 Pro-tech Master tech
Question Dennis, I have the blinking airbag syndrome on my ranger. At the same time that this started, the "off" lamp quit illuminating for pass side airbag(it is off to protect grand kids and animals from the thing). I have read other posts that suggest pass side short and high resistance to RCM bracket (flash code 4-7). If a new lamp does not fix it, I do need location of rcm bracket. I am a highly qualified electronics technician, 25 years in automotive engineering, will share what I find. I troubleshot the "excessive EGR" problem using basic techniques. The sensor is located too close to the engine and is prone to failure.
Any help is gladly appreciated.
Answer If I understand you correctly, you have a flash code 47, which indicates high resistance in the passenger side belt pretensioner circuit. TSB 04-2-4 applies to this problem.
I never recommend air bag repair as a DIY project. There are too many ways to cause problems or possibly set off an air bag accidently if the proper procdures are not followed. I cannot copy the TSB here, you can find it on the NHTSA site, or maybe motorcraft.com.
