Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2002)
3. At the central junction box (CJB), located below the LH side of the instrument panel, remove the restraints control module (RCM) fuse F2.28
(10A) from the CJB.
Vehicles built 03/2002 onward
4. At the central junction box (CJB), located below the LH side of the instrument panel, remove the restraints control module (RCM) fuse F2.19
(10A) from the CJB.
All vehicles
5. Turn the ignition ON and visually monitor the air bag indicator for at least 30 seconds. The air bag indicator will remain lit continuously (no
flashing) if the correct RCM fuse has been removed. If the air bag indicator does not remain lit continuously, remove the correct RCM fuse before
proceeding.
6. Turn the ignition OFF.
7. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing
or replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing, adjusting or
striking components near the front or side air bag sensors or RCM, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats
and hood latches.
The side impact sensors (if equipped) are located at or near the base of the B-pillars and C-pillars.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect
auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
8. Remove the two steering wheel back cover plugs (one shown).
9. Remove the two driver air bag module bolts (one shown).
Vehicles built up to 03/2002
10. Remove the driver air bag module.
