Grand Marquis V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1992)
Side Air Bag: Service and Repair
Driver Side Air Bag Module
NOTE: If the air bag did not deploy in an accident, it may not have been needed. Complete all diagnosis before replacing the air bag module.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect positive battery cable and wait one minute for backup power supply energy to be depleted.
WARNING: The electrical circuit necessary for system deployment is powered directly from the battery. To avoid accidental deployment
and possible personal injury, the positive battery cable must be disconnected prior to servicing or replacing any system components.
2. Remove four nut and washer assemblies retaining air bag module to steering wheel.
3. Disconnect the air bag electrical connector from contact assembly connector. Remove air bag assembly.
WARNING: Place air bag module on bench with trim cover facing up.
INSTALLATION
1. Connect air bag module wiring connector to contact assembly connector.
2. Position air bag module to steering wheel and secure with four nut and washer assemblies. Tighten to 2.7-3.7 Nm (24-32 in lbs).
3. Connect positive battery cable.
4. Verify air bag indicator.