Crown Victoria V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1992)
Procedure 2 - Remote Deployment of Air Bags
This procedure is to be used in the event that a vehicle with live air bags is to be scrapped, but the vehicle does not contain an intact wiring harness or
certain system components are inoperative. This procedure can also be used if Step 7 of Procedure 1 was unsuccessful.
WARNING: Remote deployment is to be performed outdoors with all personnel at least 20 feet away to ensure personal safety and due to the
loud report which occurs when driver air bags are deployed.
1. Remove the driver air bag from the vehicle (and passenger, if so equipped).
2. Cut the two module connector wires and strip 25 mm (1 inch) of insulation from the ends. Obtain two wires at least 20 feet long. Connect one end
of each wire to each of the air bag module wires.
3. Place the air bag with the trim cover facing upward on a flat surface in a remote area such as a parking lot or field.
WARNING: Do not place the air bag with the trim cover facing down, as the forces of the deploying air bag may cause it to ricochet and
cause personal injury.
4. Remaining at least 20 feet away from the air bag, deploy it by touching the other ends of the two wires to the terminals of a 12-volt vehicle
battery.
5. If successful, a loud report will be heard and the air bag material will be visible. Allow at least 10 minutes before approaching the air bag to allow
for cooling.
The air bag is now deployed and may be scrapped in accordance with scrap metal procedures.
