Side Air Curtain Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
The side air curtain must be installed in the vehicle using new torque-prevailing type U-nuts, part number W520822. Use of this U-nut is mandatory so as to reduce the risk of loss of fastener effectiveness. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
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 can result in personal injury in the event of a side air curtain deployment.
NOTE:
If the headliner has the word "AIRBAG" embossed on it near each B-pillar, the vehicle is equipped with side air curtain modules.
The side air curtain module:
- will deploy upon receiving a flow of current from the restraints control module (RCM) initiated by the side impact sensors and internal RCM circuitry.
- is installed as an assembly.
- is mounted above the headliner.
- attaches from the A-pillar frame to the C-pillar frame.
- cannot be interchanged from side to side.