Explorer Sport 2WD V6-4.0L VIN E (2002)
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Do not pinch the side air bag module wiring harness between the side air bag module and the mounting bracket.
CAUTION: Make sure the side air bag wiring harness is not pinched between the side air bag module and the mounting bracket.
6. Route the side air bag module wire harness. Install the side air bag nuts and tighten in the sequence shown.
1
Route the side air bag module wire harness to the back side of the side air bag mounting bracket making sure it is not pinched between the side
air bag module and the mounting bracket.
2
Install the side air bag nuts.
CAUTION:
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The retaining nuts of the side air bag module must be tightened in the sequence described.
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Make sure the side air bag wiring harness is not pinched between the side air bag module and the mounting bracket.
7. Install the side air bag stud covers.
8. Position the side air bag shield to the seat backrest frame.
1
Apply new duct tape to the side air bag shield.
2
Position the side air bag module wire harness so that it will fit loosely between the side air bag shield and the mounting bracket.
3
Position the side air bag shield to the seat backrest frame keeping it in place with the tape.
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Check that the side air bag module wire harness fits loosely between the side air bag shield and the mounting bracket and is not pinched.
