Econoline E450 V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1998)
5. Remove the passenger air bag module.
1. Disconnect the passenger air bag module electrical connector.
2. Remove the passenger air bag module.
6. Remove the six offset fasteners used for retaining the air bag module door from the instrument panel.
7. If the passenger air bag module is diagnosed as faulty, dispose of the air bag. Refer to Air Bag Disposal. See: Air Bag/Service and Repair/Air Bag
Disposal Procedures
Installation
WARNING:
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN REPAIRING AN AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) VEHICLE
AND WHEN HANDLING AN AIR BAG MODULE.
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CARRY A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE WITH THE AIR BAG AND DEPLOYMENT DOOR POINTED AWAY FROM YOUR BODY.
THIS WILL REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
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NEVER PROBE THE CONNECTORS ON THE AIR BAG MODULE. DOING SO CAN RESULT IN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
WHICH CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: Repair is made by replacement only. If a part is replaced and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform
the diagnostic procedure again.
Follow the Removal procedure in reverse order.
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Place six new offset fasteners onto the air bag module door.
