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Disabling System (F150)

  1. Record radio preset frequencies for reprogramming (if equipped). Move and tilt front seats to their highest and rearmost position. Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for backup power supply to deplete stored energy.
  2. Remove driver air bag module. See DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE . Connect appropriate air bag simulator to clockspring connector at top of steering column (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR .
  3. Remove oval-shaped relay cover from passenger side of instrument panel. See Figure. Disconnect passenger side air bag module electrical connector. Connect appropriate air bag simulator to vehicle harness (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR .
  4. Vehicles equipped with Seat Integrated Restraints (SIR), disconnect passenger seat safety belt buckle connector located under the seat. Connect appropriate simulator to vehicle harness (in place of safety belt buckle). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR . Repeat procedure for driver side.
  5. Regular cabs with safety belt retractor pretensioners, access the passenger safety belt retractor and pretensioner located behind the passenger side rear corner trim panels. SuperCabs with safety belt retractor pretensioners, access the passenger safety belt retractor and pretensioner located under passenger side safety belt retractor trim cover. SuperCrews with safety belt retractor pretensioners, access the passenger safety belt retractor and pretensioner located behind the passenger side "B" pillar trim panels.
  6. On vehicles equipped with safety belt retractor pretensioners, disconnect the passenger safety belt retractor and pretensioner electrical connector. Connect appropriate simulator to vehicle harness (in place of safety belt buckle). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR . Repeat procedure for driver side. Connect negative battery cable.
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