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Side Air Curtain Module: Installation

    WARNING: The side air curtain must be installed in the vehicle using new torque-prevailing type U-nuts, part number W709759 or W520822. Use of this U-nut is mandatory so as to reduce the risk of loss of fastener effectiveness. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
  1. Remove all U-nut fasteners and install new.
    2. WARNING: Before installing the side air curtain module, inspect the roof line for any damage. If necessary, the sheet metal must be reworked to its original condition and structural integrity. Install new fasteners and remove any foreign objects. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
    WARNING: Before installing the side air curtain module, if the module is damaged or the cover has separated or the side air curtain material has been exposed, install a new side air curtain module. Do not attempt to repair the side air curtain. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
    WARNING: Never put any type of fastener or tie strap around any part of the side air curtain module or interior trim panel. This will prevent the side air curtain module from deploying correctly. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain module deployment.
    Fig 1: Locating Side Air Curtain Module Alignment Ear
    G04693739Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Align and install the side air curtain module alignment ear into the sheet metal opening at the top of the A-pillar.
  3. Install the side air curtain module canister pin-type retainer.
    Fig 2: Locating Side Air Curtain Module Canister Pin-Type Retainer
    G04693740Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the side air curtain module pin-type retainer.
    Fig 3: Locating Side Air Curtain Module Pin-Type Retainer
    G04693741Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the side air curtain module pin-type retainer.
    Fig 4: Locating Side Air Curtain Module Pin-Type Retainer
    G04693742Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the 2 A-pillar tether pin-type retainers.
    Fig 5: Locating A-Pillar Tether Pin-Type Retainers
    G04693743Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the side air curtain module screws located near the A-pillar.
    1. Install the side air curtain module screw.
      • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
    2. Install the 2 side air curtain module canister screws.
      • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
        Fig 6: Identifying Side Air Curtain Module Canister Screws
        G04693744Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the A-pillar tether anchor screw.
    • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
      Fig 7: Locating A-Pillar Tether Anchor Screw
      G04693745Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the 2 side air curtain module screws.
    • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
      Fig 8: Locating Side Air Curtain Module Screws
      G04693746Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the side air curtain module screws located near the B-pillar.
    1. Install the 2 screws.
      • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
    2. Install the 3 screws.
      • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
        Fig 9: Identifying Side Air Curtain Module Screws
        G04693747Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the 3 side air curtain module screws located near the C-pillar.
    • Tighten to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
      Fig 10: Locating Side Air Curtain Module Screws
      G04693748Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    12. NOTE: If the side air curtain is being serviced on the passenger side, install the front row bracket also.
  12. Install the grab handle bracket.
    1. Position the grab handle bracket.
    2. Install the 2 pin-type retainers.
    3. Install the 2 screws.
      Fig 11: Identifying Grab Handle Bracket And Pin-Type Retainers
      G04693749Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the side air curtain module electrical connector.
    Fig 12: Locating Side Air Curtain Module Electrical Connector
    G04693750Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    14. WARNING: Anytime the side air curtain has deployed, the headliner, and all A-, B-, and C-pillar upper trim panels and attaching hardware must be replaced along with any other damaged components and hardware. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
  14. Install the headliner. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  15. Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
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