I own a 97 f-150 , i am the original owner. I got in my truck and started it and after a second i noticed the light in the lower left corner of the instrument cluster was flashing. Its the airbag light. It is definantly putting out some kind of code because it will blink 3 times then pause then blink 2 times, then a longer pause and then the same thing again. Then it stays on constant while im driving. I looked it up in my haynes manual and it said that if the light flashes then take it immediately to a dealer for service. I would rather fix the problem myself if i can. I just have no idea where to find out what this code means. Any info will be very appreciated. Thanx

 

sounds like clock spring. does your horn work. if no bingo. horn could work. and clock spring still be bad. good luck

 

I have the same problem with mine, I haven't really worried about it thus far, but I'll ask the dealer next time I go for service. I had a body lift put in my truck and when the steering shaft was taken out, and they removed the steering wheel I had problems with the **** spring in the air bag assembly. but that was awhile ago and I had it fixed. but the light is back.

 

TN Hillbilly, I checked the dealership and they said code 32 is the clock spring, you can change it yourself but I'd check for a procedure for doing it.

 

This is the exact same problem I am having, is there a detailed procedure for replacing the clock spring?

Thanks,
Ken

 

half of the time, you just need a code reset. Most mechanics can do this for next to nothing.

I know a lot of mechanics that reset for free if you are already in for an oil change.

 

does anyone know the code for 2 blinks, then 7 blinks.
somtimes mine flashes like this, and somtimes it stays on.

 

Mine was doing the same thing, no horn, no cruise, and air bag light flashing..
I replaced the clock spring and everything works now...

Good luck,
Ken

 

Bartak1,
code 27 is for the passenger air bag deactivation switch. You more than likely need a new switch. That is the switch that you use your key in to turn the passenger air bag on and off.

 

Hey, thanks svt_sc_f150. I was thinkin it was somthing with that switch cause I accidentially unglugged it when puttin my stereo in

 

Glad I could help. The light should stop flashing after you plug it back in.

 

What is a clock spring, and how would I replace it?

 

I have a 2001 F150 ext cab. I have an error code of 27 on the instrument panel light (2 blinks then 7 blinks). This indicates a problem with 'passenger side air bag deactivation switch'. While I was replacing my radio, I pulled the dash cover off and unplugged the connector to the switch. I forgot to reconnect it and when the ignition was turned on I noticed that the OFF lamp didn't light (turns on at start to test lamp). So I turned ign off, reconnected plug but still get error code in inst panel.
What I have done:
1) disconnected battery for 30 min
2) used my service CD and checked all connections and conditions, OK
3) checked OFF lamp, OK
The switch connects a 500 or 1000 ohm resistor (activate, deact) to ground on the RCM (restraint control module). I don't see how floating this connection (not connected to anything) could damage the RCM.
Has anybody had any experence with this problem?
I am NOT about to go to Ford dealer and pay $83 to connect tester up then another $83 for them to push reset button!!!!
I have been looking for someone cheap but can't find anybody with correct software to do it.
Thanks
Barefoot Skier
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Go to any collision shop thats has a code reader and they will do it for you much cheaper.