Escape 4WD V6-181 3.0L DOHC VIN 1 Duratec (2003)
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After diagnosing/repairing a seat system the restraint system diagnostic tools must be removed before operating the vehicle over the road.
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Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic
procedure again.
1. Install the side crash sensor.
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Position the side crash sensor to the B-pillar.
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Install the bolts.
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Connect the side crash sensor electrical connector.
WARNING: THE TIGHTENING TORQUE OF THE AIR BAG SIDE CRASH SENSOR RETAINING BOLTS IS CRITICAL FOR
PROPER SYSTEM OPERATION.
2. Connect the battery ground cable.
3. With the restraint system diagnostic tools still in place at all deployable devices, prove out the air bag system. See: Body and Frame/Interior
Moulding / Trim/Dashboard / Instrument Panel/Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair/Prove Out Procedure
4. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
5. Install the B-pillar trim panel.
6. Remove the restraint system diagnostic tool from the passenger safety belt buckle pretensioner floor electrical connector.
WARNING: THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TOOL IS FOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM SERVICE ONLY. REMOVE FROM
VEHICLE PRIOR TO ROAD USE. FAILURE TO REMOVE COULD RESULT IN INJURY AND POSSIBLE VIOLATION OF
VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS.
7. Connect the passenger safety belt buckle pretensioner electrical connector. Install the passenger safety belt buckle pretensioner electrical connector
onto the bracket under the seat.
