Ford Galaxy Mk4 Mondeo Mk5 Passenger Air Module Control Switch AV1T-14B268-AB

Ford Galaxy Mk4 Mondeo Mk5 Passenger Air Module Control Switch is an original component from the Switches, control elements and ignition switches group, designed for precise control of the passenger airbag function. It allows for direct, manual activation or deactivation of the airbag, which is particularly important when transporting a child seat in the front passenger seat. This is a practical solution for users who expect factory-fit quality and full compatibility with the vehicle's electrical system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: AV1T-14B268-AB
• Mark: Ford
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: AV1T-14B268-AB
• Substitutable numbers: AV1T-14B268-AB, AV1T14B268AB
• Part type: Switch Assembly
• Category: Switches & Controls

Function and application of the passenger airbag switch

The presented switch is responsible for controlling the passenger-side airbag circuit in Ford Galaxy Mk4 and Mondeo Mk5 models. This component works with the vehicle's factory safety system, transmitting the current status of the airbag (active/deactivated) to the airbag control unit. This allows the driver to adjust the safety system configuration to their current needs in a controlled manner.

This type of solution is particularly useful in situations where a child seat is installed in the front seat or when temporary deactivation of the passenger airbag is required in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. Using an original switch ensures consistent communication with the car's electronics and minimizes the risk of system errors.

Construction and integration with the vehicle's installation

The switch was designed by the Ford brand as a component fully integrated with the factory wiring harness and dashboard. The design includes appropriate electrical connectors, enabling a secure connection to the installation without the need for modifications or soldering wires. As a result, installation in place of the factory component is simple and limited to removing the old switch and connecting the new one.

Properly selected mounting points ensure stable seating in the interior panel, which translates into aesthetics and ease of use. The clear operating positions of the switch facilitate handling and allow for unambiguous setting of the passenger airbag status, which is essential from a safety perspective.

Benefits of using an original component

Using an original passenger airbag switch in the Ford Galaxy Mk4 and Mondeo Mk5 offers a number of practical benefits:

• maintaining full compatibility with the factory airbag system,
• proper cooperation with warning lights and messages on the instrument cluster,
• consistent fit to the interior panel and operational ergonomics,
• reducing the risk of SRS system errors after replacing the component.

As a result, the user receives a solution consistent with the vehicle manufacturer's specifications, which is important both for safety and for subsequent diagnostics of potential faults in the airbag system.

Condition and use in post-accident repairs

The offered switch comes from the used parts group, which allows for an economical repair of the passenger airbag control system while maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications. This type of component is often used in post-accident repairs or when replacing a damaged switch, when it is necessary to restore full functionality of the safety system without investing in expensive replacements.

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In the case of comprehensive car repairs after a collision, tips on selecting original used parts may also be useful – you will find them in the article Repairing a car after a collision: how to restore full efficiency using original used parts without overpaying?, which discusses a practical approach to such repairs.

Related Ford Switches, control elements and ignition switches

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the cockpit area in your Ford and need other components from the same group, such as light switches, interior function controllers, or ignition modules, check the available parts in the Ford Switches, control elements and ignition switches category.