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Side Air Bag Module: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING: Inspect the mounting surfaces of the side air bag module and the seat back frame mounting bracket for any foreign objects before installing the side air bag module. If any foreign objects are found, remove them. Failure to do so may result in personal injury, in the event of an air bag deployment.
WARNING: Inspect the seat side air bag deployment chute and the seat side air bag cavity in the seat back pad for any foreign objects. If any foreign objects are found remove them. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of an air bag deployment.
WARNING: Before installing the side air bag module, check it for damage and foreign objects. If the air bag module is damaged, replace it. If any foreign objects are found, remove them. Failure to do so may result in personal injury, in the event of an air bag deployment.
WARNING: If the air bag deployment chute is not properly positioned, the side air bag may not deploy properly.
WARNING: If the air bag cover has separated or the air bag material has been exposed, install a new side air bag module. Do not attempt to repair the air bag module. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of an air bag deployment.
CAUTION: Make sure the side air bag module wiring harness is not pinched between the side air bag module and the mounting bracket.

All seats 

  1. Install the side air bag module and nuts onto the seat backrest frame mounting bracket.
    • To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
    2. Fig 1: Identifying Side Air Bag Module Nuts
    GF0024042Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Attach the 2 side air bag module wiring harness retainers to the seat backrest frame.
    3. Fig 2: 2 Side Air Bag Module Wiring Harness Retainers At Seat Backrest Frame
    GF0024041Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Roll down the seat trim cover to the side air bag module.
    4. WARNING: Check the side air bag deployment chute for damage. The deployment chute must not be repaired. If there is any damage to the deployment chute, the seat back trim cover and deployment chute must be installed new as a unit.
  4. Feed the side air bag module deployment chute, J-clips, and hook and loop retainer back through the side air bag module seat back foam opening.
    5. Fig 3: Side Air Bag Module Deployment Chute, J-Clips & Hook
    GF0024043Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    WARNING: If the air bag deployment chute is not properly positioned, the side air bag may not deploy properly.
  5. Install the side air bag module deployment chute and J-clips around the side air bag module and seat backrest frame.
    6. Fig 4: Identifying Side Air Bag Module Backrest Trim Cover
    G03903897Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the hook and loop fastener around the seat backrest frame.
    7. Fig 5: Hook And Loop Fastener At Seat Backrest Frame
    GF0024040Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Roll the seat trim cover down in position and attach the hook and loop strips.
  8. Feed the seat back trim cover rear J-clip through seat between the seat backrest and seat cushion.
  9. Fully recline the seat backrest.
  10. Attach the seat back trim cover J-clips.
    11. Fig 6: Seat Back Trim Cover J-Clip
    GF0024039Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Move seat backrest to the upright position.

    12. Seats with manual lumbar adjust 

  12. Install the manual lumbar control knob.
    13. Fig 7: Manual Lumbar Control Knob
    GF0024038Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    All seats 

  13. Connect the side air bag electrical connector and attach the wiring retainers.
    14. Fig 8: Side Air Bag Module Electrical Connector & Harness
    GF0024037Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Tighten the safety belt buckle pretensioner bolt.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    15. Fig 9: Safety Belt Buckle Pretensioner Bolt
    GF0024036Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the inboard seat cushion side shield and screw.
    16. Fig 10: Inboard Seat Cushion Side Shield & Screw
    GF0024044Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the front seat and repower the system. For additional information, refer to SEATING article.
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