Airbag code 10

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My light has been flashing 10 since I bought the car. Now, with the thermal fuse blown, is it safe to just replace the module, or will it just b l o w again? I looked on car-part.com and it looks like they have quite a few listed from various 90s fords, most around $50. I don't want to throw one in just for it to pop again, but I'm not sure what would cause it to short.




Edit: what's up with the sensoring on here? That's a bit much....

 

[Airborne]

My light has been flashing 10 since I bought the car. Now, with the thermal fuse blown, is it safe to just replace the module, or will it just b l o w again? I looked on car-part.com and it looks like they have quite a few listed from various 90s fords, most around $50. I don't want to throw one in just for it to pop again, but I'm not sure what would cause it to short.

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Edit: what's up with the sensoring on here? That's a bit much....

If you install a functioning module, yes, it will pop the thermal fuse, but not right away. Put the functioning airbag module in and turn the key on, quickly count/read the flassing code number. That number will be the main issue with the airbag system, fix that issue and you will be good. Do not turn the key on too many times before fixing the issue or the system will **** the thermal fuse again, that is the airbags systems safety default.

I have fixed this about a half dozen times, the majority of times it has been a crash sensor. One time i got a code for drivers airbag fault. I replaced the airbag and clockspring. I knew it was either the airbag or the clockspring, i just replaced both to keep from popping the thermal fuse trying to pinpoint.

 

[blk\blk90]

If you install a functioning module, yes, it will pop the thermal fuse, but not right away. Put the functioning airbag module in and turn the key on, quickly count/read the flassing code number. That number will be the main issue with the airbag system, fix that issue and you will be good. Do not turn the key on too many times before fixing the issue or the system will **** the thermal fuse again, that is the airbags systems safety default.

I have fixed this about a half dozen times, the majority of times it has been a crash sensor. One time i got a code for drivers airbag fault. I replaced the airbag and clockspring. I knew it was either the airbag or the clockspring, i just replaced both to keep from popping the thermal fuse trying to pinpoint.

Cool. I'll call the yard and get one coming. Are crash sensors a common part?

 

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Obsolete like the module. I found my last one on ebay NOS, resonable price too.

 

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Called my local salvage yard and they have a few 89-91 taurii there. 5-10 bucks for the abs module. I figure I'll grab 2 if I can, and the crash sensors if they're easily accessible and the same between the regular taurus and SHO.

 

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My light has been flashing 10 since I bought the car. Now, with the thermal fuse blown, is it safe to just replace the module, or will it just b l o w again? I looked on car-part.com and it looks like they have quite a few listed from various 90s fords, most around $50. I don't want to throw one in just for it to pop again, but I'm not sure what would cause it to short.

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Edit: what's up with the sensoring on here? That's a bit much....

unplug the module and disconnect the air-bag light behind the knee plate right of the steering column and be done with it. bag will be disarmed and no light, clicks, chirps or beeps. you can save $$$ and your sanity trying to find a fix.

 

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Called my local salvage yard and they have a few 89-91 taurii there. 5-10 bucks for the abs module. I figure I'll grab 2 if I can, and the crash sensors if they're easily accessible and the same between the regular taurus and SHO.

The ones i had to replace are easy to get to. A couple are up front near the radiator. The passenger one is by the parking brake lever, i think i had to remove some trim pieces.

 

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Went to the junkyard and found a 1st gen sable. Pulled the srs module and put it in mine. Still flashing 10. I think I'll just leave the module out and pull the bulb.






Also, anyone have a passenger air vent they'll sell me?

 

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1991 Mazda Miata Air Bag Diagnostic Computer Repair & System Down Fuse Replacement [Cars!]

My friend recently purchased a 1991 Mazda Miata from its original owner, in immaculate condition and with incredibly low miles. Except for one issue: the Air Bag light on the instrument cluster was…

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Should have posted this earlier. I did this one time after installing a used module that also had a blown thermal fuse. Seems intimidating, and i was surprised it worked. Take your time and have the proper tools. Heat sink and solder vacuum is needed. Found tools and capacitors from the last repair job. I did repace the capacitors, as the right up said, hoping that was the only issue and the cause, like the write up. However, my issue was a crash sensor. So, like i wrote before, be prepared to count flashes and turn off ignition before the system blows the thermal fuse as designed.