F 150 2WD Pickup V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (1998)
9. Remove the key-in-ignition warning indicator switch.
10. Disconnect the air bag sliding contact electrical connector and separate the air bag electrical connector from the bracket.
11. Pry the retaining clips loose.
12. Separate the wire from the two retaining clips holding the wire to the column.
13. Remove the air bag sliding contact.
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Feed the wiring harness through the instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
WARNING:
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN REPAIRING AN AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) VEHICLE
AND WHEN HANDLING AN AIR BAG MODULE.
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CARRY A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE WITH THE AIR BAG AND TRIM COVER POINTED AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. THIS
WILL REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
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NEVER PROBE THE CONNECTORS ON THE AIR BAG MODULE. DOING SO CAN RESULT IN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT,
WHICH CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: Repair is made by replacement only. If a part is replaced and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform
the diagnostic procedure again.
1. If the lock is missing, realign the air bag sliding contact.
1
Rotate the air bag sliding contact rotor counterclockwise until it stops.
2
Rotate two revolutions.
3
Install per instructions.
NOTE: The air bag sliding contact has a service lock that prevents rotation of the air bag sliding contact when the steering wheel is removed.
