Explorer 2WD V6-4.0L VIN K Flex Fuel (2002)
22. Position the RH side C-pillar trim panel out of the way.
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Pull the lower portion of the trim panel outward to release the lower tab.
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Pull the trim panel downward to release the upper tabs. Slide the trim panel down the safety belt, out of the way.
Vehicles with safety canopies
NOTE: Once the weatherstrip is lowered, if retaining clips are not present in the door jamb at the C-pillar pinch weld, the vehicle will be equipped
with side air curtains.
23. Remove the RH C-pillar trim panel.
1. Pull out and release the retaining clips.
2. Pull out and release the retainer.
3. Lower the door opening weatherstrip, slide the C-pillar trim panel up, releasing the retainers and remove the C-pillar trim panel.
Vehicles with side air curtains or safety canopies
24. Disconnect the RH side air curtain/safety canopy electrical connector.
25. Attach the restraint system diagnostic tool to the vehicle harness side of the RH side air curtain/safety canopy electrical connector.
Vehicles with side air curtains
NOTE: Once the weatherstrip is lowered, if retaining clips are present in the door jamb at the C-pillar pinch weld, the vehicle will be equipped with
side air curtains.