SRS Arming Sensor Circuit
1990-1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0L V6
Description
Malfunction in the SRS arming/safing sensor. The arming sensor provides a secondary confirmation before allowing airbag deployment.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS fault stored
- Airbag deployment may be prevented even in a crash
Common Causes
- Faulty arming sensor
- Wiring damage
- ACM internal fault
- Sensor connector issue
Diagnostic Steps
- Scan SRS codes
- Locate arming sensor (usually in ACM or center console area)
- Check sensor wiring
- Measure sensor circuit
- Test ACM
Repair Notes
Replace arming sensor or ACM if sensor is integrated. Professional service required.
Related Codes
Other Body Codes
- B0001Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0002Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0003Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
- B0004Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
- B0005Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0006Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
- B0010Driver Side Airbag Deployment
- B0011Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open
- B0012Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Ground
- B0013Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Short to Battery
B0087 on Other Vehicles
Ford Aerostar
1990-1997 3.0L V6
Ford Bronco
1990-1996 4.9L I6 300
Ford Bronco
1990-1996 5.0L V8 302 Windsor
Ford Bronco
1990-1996 5.8L V8 351 Windsor
Ford Bronco
2021-2024 2.3L I4 EcoBoost
Ford Bronco
2021-2024 2.7L V6 EcoBoost
Ford Bronco Raptor
2022-2024 3.0L V6 EcoBoost
Ford Bronco Sport
2021-2024 1.5L I3 EcoBoost
Common Questions
What does code B0087 mean on a 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar?
B0087 stands for "SRS Arming Sensor Circuit". Malfunction in the SRS arming/safing sensor. The arming sensor provides a secondary confirmation before allowing airbag deployment.
What are the symptoms of B0087 on a Ford Aerostar?
Common symptoms of B0087 include: Airbag warning light on, SRS fault stored, Airbag deployment may be prevented even in a crash.
What causes B0087 on a 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar?
Common causes of B0087 include: Faulty arming sensor, Wiring damage, ACM internal fault, Sensor connector issue.