Air bag light blinks!!!
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The machine didn't come up with a code. The guy said it would just pick up engine code problems. Back to square one. I am going to disconnect the battery for about 10 to 15 minutes tonight and see if that clears it. Then it might be to the dreaded dealership
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Bringing an old thread back up again...
The airbag light blinks three times in a row a few times until it stays lit, so I'm assuming it means code 33, right? Now..., I found this explanation regarding Expeditions:
Is that correct diagnosis? I also saw some other explanations for Explorer/Mountaineer and others. 
I've read that many people have been able to clear various of these airbag codes by wiggling the connectors here and there. Would that be the correct remedy in the case, too? If not, then what?
The airbag light blinks three times in a row a few times until it stays lit, so I'm assuming it means code 33, right? Now..., I found this explanation regarding Expeditions:
Code: 33
Passenger Air Bag Circuit
Resistance High
Passenger Air Bag Circuit
Resistance High
I've read that many people have been able to clear various of these airbag codes by wiggling the connectors here and there. Would that be the correct remedy in the case, too? If not, then what?
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Bringing an old thread back up again...
The airbag light blinks three times in a row a few times until it stays lit, so I'm assuming it means code 33, right? Now..., I found this explanation regarding Expeditions:
Is that correct diagnosis? I also saw some other explanations for Explorer/Mountaineer and others.
I've read that many people have been able to clear various of these airbag codes by wiggling the connectors here and there. Would that be the correct remedy in the case, too? If not, then what?
The airbag light blinks three times in a row a few times until it stays lit, so I'm assuming it means code 33, right? Now..., I found this explanation regarding Expeditions:
Is that correct diagnosis? I also saw some other explanations for Explorer/Mountaineer and others.
I've read that many people have been able to clear various of these airbag codes by wiggling the connectors here and there. Would that be the correct remedy in the case, too? If not, then what?
so, it blinks 3 times, takes a short pause, blinks 3 times again, and then takes a long pause and then repeats?
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Yup.......
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Bringing an old thread back up again...
The airbag light blinks three times in a row a few times until it stays lit, so I'm assuming it means code 33, right? Now..., I found this explanation regarding Expeditions:
Is that correct diagnosis? I also saw some other explanations for Explorer/Mountaineer and others.
I've read that many people have been able to clear various of these airbag codes by wiggling the connectors here and there. Would that be the correct remedy in the case, too? If not, then what?
The airbag light blinks three times in a row a few times until it stays lit, so I'm assuming it means code 33, right? Now..., I found this explanation regarding Expeditions:
Is that correct diagnosis? I also saw some other explanations for Explorer/Mountaineer and others.
I've read that many people have been able to clear various of these airbag codes by wiggling the connectors here and there. Would that be the correct remedy in the case, too? If not, then what?
On your vehicle, an LFC 33 indicates a fault with circuit for the driver's side safety belt pre-tensioner. Often, these failures are due to intermittent wiring harness connections, often at the RCM.
Warning: Messing with the SRS system can ruin your day if you screw up. If you're not sure what you're doing, take it to a mechanic who does. This is NOT a trivial warning.
Depower the system. Access the RCM (may require seat removal depending on interior trim). Inspect and reseat the connectors. Re-power the system and see if the fault clears.
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Oh and...Take a look under the passenger seat for a 2-wire connector (sometimes white tipped) and make sure it's plugged in tight. These connectors have been know to get knocked out from items being shoved under the seat.
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Really? 
So you are saying my initial finding regarding the meaning of the code is indeed correct (post from 8/18 above)?
Damn..., I'm getting confused...
So you are saying my initial finding regarding the meaning of the code is indeed correct (post from 8/18 above)? Damn..., I'm getting confused...
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In your earlier post from today you said, "Anybody have any more insight to this one". My insight was to reaffirm your suspicion.
Go back to the first page and look at posts 2 and 3 of this thread. Someone else with airbag code 33 fixed the problem simply by reinserting the connector under the passenger seat.