Explorer AWD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2003)
3. Remove the LH C-pillar trim panel.
4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
Item 1: Safety Canopy Bridge Resistor Removal Note
1. Remove the safety canopy bridge resistor with the pin-type retainer.
INSTALLATION
1. NOTE: Make sure the battery negative cable is still disconnected before continuing with the installation portion of this procedure.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. Connect the battery ground cable.
3. With the restraint system diagnostic tools installed at all deployable devices, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). See: 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. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, notes, and instructions in the supplemental
restraint system (SRS) deactivation/reactivation procedure.
Reactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS).
6. Connect the battery ground cable.
7. WARNING: Restraint system diagnostic tools are for service only. Tools must be removed prior to operating the vehicle over the road.
Failure to remove restraint system diagnostic tools could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.
With all the restraint system diagnostic tools removed, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). See: Air Bag(s) Arming and
Disarming/Service and Repair/Prove Out Procedure
8. Check the active restraint system for correct operation.
