Taurus AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
position the foam pad aside.
18. NOTE: Seat backrest trim cover and foam are removed for clarity.
NOTE: Note the side air bag module wiring routing for installation.
Release the side air bag module wire routing clips.
19. Remove the 2 nuts and side air bag module.
Installation
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: Before installing the seat side air bag module/deployment chute assembly:
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Inspect the side air bag module and mounting surfaces for any damage or foreign material.
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Remove any foreign material from the mounting surfaces of the deployment chute, the seat backrest frame mounting bracket and the air
bag module cavity in the seat backrest foam pad.
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Install new parts if damaged.
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.
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.
NOTICE: Make sure the side air bag module wiring harness is not pinched between the side air bag module and the backrest frame. Failure to
follow this instruction may result in component damage and/or system failure.
All seats
1. Install the side air bag module and 2 nuts.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
2. Attach the side air bag module wire routing clips.
3. Install the 2 hog rings attaching the lumbar basket (if equipped) or backrest support (if equipped) to the foam pad and the backrest frame.
