F 450 4WD Super Duty V10-6.8L VIN D (2004)
3. Obtain two wires (20 gauge minimum) at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) long and attach one end of each wire to the safety belt pretensioner wires.
4. Position the safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly on a flat surface in an open outdoor area so that moveable parts do not contact the support
surface.
5. Remain at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) away from the safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly.
6. Deploy the safety belt pretensioner by touching the other ends of the two wires to the terminals of a 12-volt battery.
7. To allow for cooling, wait at least ten minutes before approaching the deployed safety belt pretensioner retractor/pretensioner assembly.
8. Dispose of the deployed safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly in the same manner as any other part to be scrapped.
Safety Belt Retractor Pretensioner Remote Deployment
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
or safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
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Carry a live safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly so as to keep fingers and clothing away from moveable parts. This will reduce the
risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
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Remote deployment is to be performed outdoors with all personnel at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) away to ensure personal safety. Due to the
loud report which occurs when the safety belt pretensioner is deployed, hearing protection is required.
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Do not position the safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly so that moveable parts contact the support surface, as the forces of the
deploying pretensioner can cause it to ricochet and cause personal injury.
1. Remove the safety belt retractor/pretensioner assembly from the vehicle.
2. Cut off the electrical connector and strip 25 mm (1 inch) of insulation off the wires.
