E 350 Van V8-7.3L DSL Turbo VIN F (1995)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Disposal Procedures
Disposal Recommendations
Several situations may arise which require some form of disposal action: scrapping a vehicle containing a deployed air bag, scrapping a vehicle with a
live air bag, disposal of a live but electrically inoperative driver side air bag module or scrapping a deployed driver side air bag module. Disposal
recommendations for these situations are shown in the following chart and described in detail below.
AIR BAG DISPOSAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Vehicle to be scrapped - live air bags:
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Electrically deploy using applicable deployment procedure.
2. Vehicle to be scrapped - deployed air bags:
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Scrap vehicle in the usual manner.
3. Air bag module replaced - damaged but live air bags:
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Package and label properly. Return to Ford.
4. Air bag module replaced - deployed air bags:
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Scrap air bag in the usual manner.
Deployed Air Bags
To service a vehicle in which the air bag has deployed, the deployed air bag must be replaced with a new air bag. The deployed air bag can be disposed
of in the same manner as any part to be scrapped.
Faulty, Undeployed Air Bag
In the event that a driver side air bag module is diagnosed as faulty, the faulty driver side air bag module must be replaced by a driver side air bag
module. The faulty air bag CANNOT BE DISPOSED OF IN THE USUAL MANNER. It must be returned intact to Ford Motor Company for proper
disposal. Return the carton to the following address for warranty claim credit:
Warranty Parts Return Center
1285 S. Mill Street
Plymouth, MI 48170
NOTE: All faulty live air bags have been placed on the Mandatory Return List. All discolored or damaged driver side air bag modules should be treated
the same as any faulty live air bag being returned.
The driver side air bag module must be packaged and shipped according to the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. Retain packaging used for
replacement driver side air bag module, including the labeling. Do not deploy air bag. Properly package the driver side air bag module in the original
service replacement carton and securely tape shut. Affix Flammable Solid label and shipping exemption to package.
Scrapped Vehicle
Some vehicles that are damaged or inoperable to the point that service cannot be made may contain undeployed air bags. This condition could occur by
side or rear impact, rollover or if the vehicle is simply past its useful lifetime. THE AIR BAGS SHOULD BE DEPLOYED USING APPROPRIATE
DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURE PRIOR TO SCRAPPING VEHICLE. See: Service and Repair/Disposal Procedures
Procedure 1 - Electronic Deployment With Wiring Intact
This procedure is to be used in the event that a vehicle with a live air bag is to be scrapped. Scrapping a vehicle may be required due to severe damage in
a non-air bag deployable accident or at the end of the vehicle's useful life. This procedure assumes that the air bag wiring remains intact; this is, no
diagnostic trouble codes are indicated by the air bag indicator, the system proves out correctly and the vehicle's battery is still in place (or one has been
provided). This procedure is to be performed outdoors, away from other personnel, since the deploying air bag makes a loud report upon actuation.
1. Check and clear the front seat of all loose objects.
2. Do not permit any occupants to remain inside the vehicle.
3. Open the hood and check for an operational vehicle battery. If no battery is found, supply one and connect it in the usual manner.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position and observe the air bag indicator. If the indicator illuminates for six seconds and then stops, the
supplemental air bag restraint system is intact and may be deployed. Continue with Procedure 1. If a series of diagnostic trouble codes appear, go
to Procedure 2 to deploy the unit.
5. Turn ignition switch to the OFF position.
6. Locate and disconnect front air bag safing sensor and bracket connector on RH cowl side.
7. Jump Circuits 611 (W/O) and 614 (GY/O) using a 152 mm (6-inch) length of bared wire.
