Seat Side Air Bag Modules and Seat Side Thorax Air Bag Modules: Notes

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.

CAUTION: When installing a seat side air bag module or a seat side thorax air bag module always make sure the correct module is being installed. Seat side air bag modules and seat side thorax air bag modules are not interchangeable. The electrical connectors are different between the modules. DO NOT damage or alter the electrical connectors.

NOTE: When installing a new side air bag module or a new side thorax air bag module after deployment, refer to SEATING for additional information.

This vehicle is equipped with a seat side air bag module or a seat side thorax air bag module. The modules are not interchangeable. The electrical connectors are keyed differently between the modules. DO NOT damage or alter the electrical connectors in any way.

A specific seat side air bag wiring harness is used for a seat side air bag module, with a unique, specific seat side air bag wiring harness used for a seat side thorax air bag module. The electrical connectors to the module and to the body main wiring harness are keyed differently on a seat side air bag wiring harness than those used on a seat side thorax air bag wiring harness. The seat side air bag wiring harness and the seat side thorax air bag wiring harness are not interchangeable.