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Disabling System (LS & Thunderbird)

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  1. Record radio preset frequencies for reprogramming (if equipped). Move and tilt front seats to the highest and most forward 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 glove box. 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. WARNING: If vehicle is equipped with side air bags and seat belt pretensioners, manufacturer recommends removing front seats (with side air bag modules) before performing electrical diagnosis on air bag or seat belt pretensioner system. Seats may be left in vehicle if diagnostics are NOT being performed on side air bag or seat belt pretensioner system and simulator tools are installed in place of air bag and pretensioner harness.
  4. Working beneath driver's seat, disconnect driver side air bag module connector. Connect appropriate air bag simulator to vehicle harness (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR . Repeat procedure for passenger side air bag module.
  5. Access driver side seat belt retractor pretensioner connector behind trim panel. Disconnect driver side pretensioner electrical connector. Attach a seat belt pretensioner simulator to vehicle harness (in place of pretensioner). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR . Repeat procedure for passenger side seat belt pretensioner. Connect negative battery cable.
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