Escape 4WD V6-181 3.0L DOHC VIN 1 Duratec (2003)
18. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
19. Position the carpet back at the right-hand side of the center tunnel area under the instrument panel.
20. Remove the right-hand side restraint control module (RCM) retaining bolts.
21. Remove the lower LH center instrument panel finish panel.
22. Position the carpet back at the left-hand side of the center tunnel area under the instrument panel.
23. Remove the RCM.
1
Slide and disengage the two RCM electrical connector locking dips.
2
Push down to pivot the RCM electrical connector tabs and pull out to disconnect.
3
Remove the retaining bolt.
4
Remove the RCM.