Freestar V6-4.2L VIN 2 (2004)
3. WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag side impact sensor retaining bolts 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.
Remove the parts in the order indicated in the illustration and table.
Item 4: Quarter Trim Panel Removal Note
1. Pull out on the quarter trim panel at the C-pillar to release the retaining clips and access the C-pillar side impact sensor.
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Separate the weatherstrip at the quarter trim panel.
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. Connect the battery ground cable.
3. With the restraint system diagnostic tools installed at all deployable devices, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). See: Air Bag
Systems/Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair/Prove Out Procedure
4. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
5. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes, and instructions in the
supplemental restraint system (SRS) deactivation/reactivation procedure. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.
Reactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS). Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.
6. Connect the battery ground cable.
