Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO (1992)
Air Bag Modules
NOTE: When replacing an air bag, a prepaid return postcard is provided with the replacement air bag module. The serial number for the new part
and vehicle VIN number must be recorded and sent to Ford Motor Company.
The various major assemblies in the air bag system have been designed to be tamper-resistant and are not to be disassembled for service.
NOTE: Do not attempt to replace air bag cover with a RH finish panel assembly.
Component may be removed and replaced as required.
Passenger Air Bag Module
NOTE: If the air bag did not deploy in an accident, it may not have been needed. Complete all diagnosis before replacing the air bag module.
Removal
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT NECESSARY FOR SYSTEM DEPLOYMENT IS POWERED DIRECTLY FROM THE
BATTERY. TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY, THE POSITIVE CABLE MUST BE
DISCONNECTED PRIOR TO SERVICING OR REPLACING ANY SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
1. Disconnect battery positive cable wait one minute for energy to be depleted.
2. Remove RH and LH finish panel.
3. Remove instrument panel finish panel retaining spear clips.
4. Open glove compartment, press side inward and lower glove compartment to floor.
5. Through glove compartment opening, remove two lower air bag module retaining bolts.
6. Remove four remaining air bag module retaining screws from side of air bag cover.
7. Disconnect electrical connector attached to LH side of airbag and remove module.
WARNING: PLACE AIR BAG MODULE ON BENCH WITH TRIM COVER FACING UP.
Installation
NOTE: Fill out and return air bag traceability postcard for new air bag with vin numbers, note fault code.
1. Connect electrical connector to air bag module and position module in instrument panel.
2. Install four upper retaining screws. Tighten to 1.2 - 1.8 N.m (11-15 lb-in).
3. Install lower module retaining bolts. Tighten to 7.6 - 10.4 N.m (68-92 lb-in).
4. Return glove compartment to correct position.
5. Install instrument panel finish panel locator pin into air bag bushing locator then align spear clips and press finish panel into place.
6. Connect positive battery cable.
7. Verify air bag indicator.
Removal and Installation
NOTE: If the air bag did not deploy in an accident, it may not have been needed. Complete all diagnosis before replacing the air bag module.
Removal
WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT NECESSARY FOR SYSTEM DEPLOYMENT IS POWERED DIRECTLY FROM THE
