Driver Air Bag Module: Installation

Connect the horn switch connector and 2 driver air bag module connectors.

Fig 1: Locating Driver Air Bag Module And Horn Switch Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the driver air bag module to the steering wheel lining up the locator pins.

NOTE: For correct installation, make sure all 3 driver air bag module wire clips are fully engaged and seated correctly to the steering wheel.

Firmly press the driver air bag module to the steering wheel, seating the 3 driver air bag module wire clips to the steering wheel hooks.
- Check the driver air bag module trim cover to the steering wheel for an even gap clearance and correct movement.
Install the steering column lower shroud.
- If equipped, connect the power tilt steering column switch located on the lower shroud.
Install the steering column upper shroud.
Install the 3 steering column lower shroud screws.
If equipped, install the steering column manual tilt lever and screw.
- Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Locating Steering Column Manual Tilt Lever Screws
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
If equipped, connect the adjustable pedals switch connector.
Install the lower steering column opening cover and 3 screws.

Fig 3: Locating Lower Steering Column Opening Cover With Screws
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING in the General Procedures portion of this information.