Escape 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
14. CAUTION: Do not deactivate the safety canopy module circuit by removing the safety canopy bridge resistor from the safety canopy
electrical connector.
If the safety canopy bridge resistor is removed, an open circuit fault will be generated by the restraints control module (RCM).
If a restraint system diagnostic tool is installed at the safety canopy electrical connector, a low resistance fault will be generated by the RCM.
Vehicles with safety canopies
NOTE: If the headliner near each B-pillar has the word "AIRBAG" embossed on it, the vehicle is equipped with safety canopy modules.
15. Remove the passenger side D-pillar trim panel.
1
Separate the weatherstrip.
2
Pull out and separate the quarter trim panel at the D-pillar trim panel.
3
Pull out to release the retainers and remove the D-pillar trim panel.
16. Disconnect the passenger side safety canopy module electrical connector.
1
Slide and disengage the passenger side safety canopy module electrical connector locking clip.
2
Push in to release the tab and disconnect the passenger side safety canopy module electrical connector.
17. Attach the restraint system diagnostic tool to the vehicle harness side of the passenger side safety canopy module electrical connector.