Escape 2WD L4-122 2.0L DOHC VIN B SFI (2001)
the restraint system diagnostic tool must be installed in side air bag connector at the floor connector. The restraint system diagnostic tool must be
removed prior to operating the vehicle.
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Diagnostics may be carried out on seat systems other than the side air bag system or a safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) (lumbar, climate
controlled, heated, power seat track) with the seat installed in the vehicle as long as the restraint system diagnostic tool is installed under the seat in
the side air bag to floor connector.
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After diagnosing/repairing a seat system the restraint system diagnostic tool must be removed before operating the vehicle.
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A repair is made by installing a new part only. If a new part is installed and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and
carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
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If a side air bag deployment took place, a new seatback pad, trim cover, and side air bag module must be installed. A new seatback frame should
be installed if necessary.
All vehicles
1. Position the front seats forward.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
Vehicles with side air bag
3. Disconnect the passenger seat side air bag module electrical connector.
4. Connect the special tool to the passenger seat side air bag module body harness electrical connector.
All vehicles
5. Disconnect the passenger seat safety belt pretensioner electrical connector.
