Expedition 2WD V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1998)
9. Remove the key-in ignition warning indicator switch.
10. Disconnect the air bag sliding contact electrical connector and separate the air bag electrical connector from the bracket.
11. Pry the retaining clips loose.
12. Separate the wire from the two retaining clips holding wire to the column.
13. Remove the air bag sliding contact
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Feed the wiring harness through the instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
WARNING:
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ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN REPAIRING AN AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) VEHICLE
AND WHEN HANDLING AN AIR BAG MODULE.
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CARRY A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE WITH THE AIR BAG AND TRIM COVER POINTED AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. AN
ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT WILL THEN DEPLOY WITH A MINIMAL CHANCE OF INJURY.
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NEVER PROBE THE CONNECTORS ON THE AIR BAG MODULE. DOING SO CAN RESULT IN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT,
WHICH CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
NOTE: A repair is made by replacement only. If a part is replaced and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform
the diagnostic procedure again.
NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the powertrain control module (PCM)
relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the strategy.
1. If the lock is missing, realign the air bag sliding contact.
1. Rotate the air bag sliding contact rotor counterclockwise until it stops.
2. Rotate two revolutions
