Explorer AWD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2003)
Special Tool(s)
SPECIAL TOOL(S)
REMOVAL
WARNING: Vehicle sensor orientation is critical for correct system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag supplemental restraint
system (SRS) is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring pigtail for deformation. Replace and correctly position
the sensor or any other damaged supplemental restraint system (SRS) components whether or not the air bag is deployed.
NOTE:
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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.
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The RH side is shown, the LH side is similar.
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The LH and RH C-pillar mounted side impact sensors are not interchangeable.
1. 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, 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.
2. 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.
Deactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS).
