Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1997)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
WARNING: The electrical circuit necessary for system deployment is powered directly from the battery. To avoid accidental deployment
and possible personal injury, the positive battery cable must be disconnected prior to servicing or replacing any system components.
2. Disconnect battery to starter relay cable.
3. Remove the four front door scuff plate screws and remove front door scuff plate.
4. Remove RH kick panel. Air bag diagnostic monitor is the blue box with two connectors mounted below the climate control head.
5. Disconnect air bag diagnostic monitor electrical wiring connectors.
6. Remove three bolts holding air bag diagnostic monitor and bracket to instrument panel brace, and remove air bag diagnostic monitor and bracket.
INSTALLATION
1. Position air bag diagnostic monitor and bracket on RH kick panel and install screws. Tighten to 10.8-13.5 Nm (8-10 lb ft).
2. Attach electrical wiring connectors to air bag diagnostic monitor.
3. Install kick panel trim. Tighten screws to 2.5-3.0 Nm (22-26 lb in).
4. Reconnect battery to starter relay cable.
5. Reconnect battery ground cable.
6. Prove out air bag system.
