Fusion AWD V6-3.0L (2009)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
Side Air Bag Module
Side Air Bag Module
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Always carry or place a live air bag module with the air bag and deployment door/trim cover/tear seam pointed away from the
body. Do not set a live air bag module down with the deployment door/trim cover/tear seam face down. Failure to follow these instructions may
result in serious personal injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
NOTE: The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the correct Restraints Control Module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON.
NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.
1. Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering See: Air Bag(s)
Arming and Disarming/Service and Repair/Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering in the General Procedures portion.
2. Detach the side air bag module bolt cover.
3. NOTE: Note the side air bag module locator hook (on the seat back frame) for correct installation.
Remove the bolt and lift up and out, to detach the side air bag module from the seat back.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
4. Slide and disengage the side air bag module electrical connector locking clip, and then release the tab and disconnect the side air bag module
electrical connector.
5. WARNING: Inspect the seat side air bag module cavity in the seat backrest foam pad for any foreign material. If any foreign material is
found, remove it. Failure to follow these instructions may result in the seat side air bag module deploying incorrectly and increases the
risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
WARNING: If the seat side air bag cover has been damaged or separated from its mounting, or if the air bag material has been exposed,
install a new seat side air bag module. Never try to repair the seat side air bag module. Failure to follow these instructions may result in
the seat side air bag deploying incorrectly, which increases the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
