Passenger-Side Air Bag Module: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Passenger-side air bag module is located in right side of instrument panel above glove box. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
- Remove passenger-side air bag module retaining nuts. See Figure . Using a 3/8" by 4" flat screwdriver (or equivalent), carefully slide head of screwdriver under right bottom edge of air bag door and lift upward, separating door from clip. Separate rest of door from clips by lifting door with hands. Remove passenger-side air bag module. Remove 6 offset fasteners used for retaining air bag module door from instrument panel.