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Passenger Air Bag Module: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Install the passenger air bag module in the instrument panel.
  2. Install the 4 passenger air bag module-to-deployment chute bolts.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  3. Install the passenger air bag module bracket and 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  4. NOTE: The Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip must be in the released position before installing the connector. Failure to have the CPA clip in the released position may break the tabs causing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) to set in the Restraints Control Module (RCM).
  5. Connect the passenger air bag module electrical connectors.
    • Lift up the CPA clip and install the electrical connector fully and lock the clip.
      Fig 1: Lifting Up CPA Clip
      G07783989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the RH instrument panel register.
  7. Install the RH defroster duct and screw.
  8. Install the RH ventilation duct and screw.
  9. Install the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL & CONSOLE -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.