Glossary of Terms Used With Pinpoint Tests

NOTE: These terms are used to direct actions during diagnostic procedures. They are provided here with a thorough description of the action intended.

AIR BAG SIMULATOR
Rotunda Air Bag Simulator is used to simulate air bag connection to the system.

DISCONNECT COMPONENT
Disconnect Component means disconnect the component connector and vehicle harness connector. It does not mean remove the component. Also, a disconnected component should not be reconnected unless instructions state otherwise.

DEACTIVATE SYSTEM
Deactivate System means to perform the deactivation (disarming) procedure.

PROVE OUT SYSTEM
Prove Out System means to turn the ignition switch from OFF to ON and visually monitor the air bag warning indicator. The air bag diagnostic monitor illuminates the air bag warning indicator for approximately six seconds and then turns OFF. This indicates that the air bag warning indicator is operational. If the air bag warning indicator does not illuminate or if the warning indicator stays ON or flashes at any time, a fault has been detected by the air bag diagnostic monitor.

REACTIVATE SYSTEM
Reactivate System means to perform the reactivation (arming) procedure. The air bag simulators must be removed and the air bag modules reconnected before the system is reactivated.

RECONNECT SYSTEM
Reconnect System means to reconnect all system components. Refer to the Air Bag System Reconnect Check List if necessary.

REPLACE COMPONENT
Replace Component means to remove the existing component and replace it with an authorized replacement part obtained from Ford Customer Service Division. Also, the replacement component should be installed on the vehicle and all necessary electrical connections must be completed.

VERIFY SYSTEM
Verify System means to prove out the system with air bag simulators in place of the air bags.