B10DCcritical severityBody
Restraints Control Module Internal Fault
on 2006 Ford Explorer 4.0L V6 SOHC · AWD
What this code means
The airbag control module has detected an internal failure and can no longer operate reliably. This may prevent airbags from deploying in a crash.
Symptoms
- Airbag warning light on
- SRS system disabled
- Fault stored in RCM
Common causes
- Faulty restraints control module
- Internal circuit failure
- Water damage to module
- Corroded module connectors
Diagnostic steps
- Scan RCM for fault codes
- Check module power and ground
- Inspect for water or corrosion damage
- Replace restraints control module if internal fault confirmed
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Other Body codes on this vehicle
B0001
Driver Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0002
Driver Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0003
Passenger Frontal Stage 1 Deployment Control
B0004
Passenger Frontal Stage 2 Deployment Control
B0005
Driver Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0006
Passenger Knee Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0007
Rear Left Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0008
Rear Right Side Airbag Deployment Circuit
B0010
Driver Side Airbag Deployment
B0011
Driver Side Airbag Deployment Circuit Open