Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2002)
13. Remove and discard the duct tape retaining the side air bag shield.
14. Separate the side air bag wiring harness pin-type retainers from the seat back frame.
15. Remove the side air bag stud covers.
16. Remove the side air bag module nuts.
NOTE: If installing a new side air bag module, use new retaining nuts. If the same side air bag module is to be reused, then reuse the side air bag
module retaining nuts.