Focus L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 5 (2003)
4. Turn the ignition ON and visually monitor the air bag indicator for at least 30 seconds. The air bag indicator will remain lit continuously (no
flashing) if the correct RCM fuse has been removed. If the air bag indicator does not remain lit continuously, remove the correct RCM fuse before
proceeding.
5. Turn the ignition OFF.
6. 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.
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 (14301) and wait at least one minute.
7. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the driver air bag module, wiring harness or steering wheel do not insert any tool between the driver
air bag module and the steering wheel.
NOTE: Turn the steering wheel to access the air bag captive bolts.
Remove the driver air bag module.
1
Remove the driver air bag module bolts.
2
Release the driver air bag module retaining clips.
8. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the driver air bag module.
9. Connect Restraint System Diagnostic Tools 501-110 (1 req'd) to the driver air bag module connector and the clockspring.
10. Remove the glove compartment.
