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Driver Seat: Notes

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
NOTE: If a seat equipped with a supplemental restraint system (SRS) component is being serviced, the SRS must be disabled.
NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the RCM fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE: If a side air bag deployment took place, a new seatback pad, trim cover and side air bag module must be installed. A new seatback frame should be installed if necessary.
NOTE: Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar.
  1. Move the seat fully rearward.
  2. NOTE: Some component connectors may not exist due to vehicle options.
    Fig 1: Driver Seat Removal Sequence
    G03282892Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the components in the order listed in the following illustration and table.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  5. Check the active restraint system for correct operation. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .