Removing and Installing Impact Sensor on Explorer AWD V6-40L VIN K Flex Fuel
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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 driver side is shown, the passenger side is similar.
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).
3. Remove the B-pillar trim panel.
4. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
INSTALLATION
1. WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag side impact sensor retaining bolt is critical for correct system operation.
NOTE: Make sure the battery negative cable is still disconnected before continuing with the installation portion of this procedure.
