This forum is such a great source of info and has saved my hyde many a time.
I have a question concerning the airbag control module. Last week my 2002 Ford Focus' airbag light and seatbelt reminder would not go off (for no apparent reason). The airbag light would not flash but rather just remain on all the time.
Took it to the garage and they said the seat belt buckle (tensioner) was at fault. They changed the piece which did not solve the problem. Then they said that the module was at fault after finally scanning the car. They quoted that the piece cost 400$ plus labor. At that point I said I'll wait and try to change the piece myself. I was able to locate a used module at a scrap yard with the exact model # as mine from a 2002 Focus.
My question is ...Will swapping out the piece solve my problem? The sticker on the module states that a Ford dealer has to reprogram it and that it cannot be used in another car. Has anyone changed this piece with a used unit and what was the result?
I have a question concerning the airbag control module. Last week my 2002 Ford Focus' airbag light and seatbelt reminder would not go off (for no apparent reason). The airbag light would not flash but rather just remain on all the time.
Took it to the garage and they said the seat belt buckle (tensioner) was at fault. They changed the piece which did not solve the problem. Then they said that the module was at fault after finally scanning the car. They quoted that the piece cost 400$ plus labor. At that point I said I'll wait and try to change the piece myself. I was able to locate a used module at a scrap yard with the exact model # as mine from a 2002 Focus.
My question is ...Will swapping out the piece solve my problem? The sticker on the module states that a Ford dealer has to reprogram it and that it cannot be used in another car. Has anyone changed this piece with a used unit and what was the result?
