Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The ignition switch must be in the OFF position if disconnecting the Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) indicator electrical connector. Otherwise, a DTC will be set in the Restraints Control Module (RCM) memory and must be cleared before releasing the vehicle.

Turn the ignition OFF and wait at least 1 minute.

NOTE: The passenger air bag module is removed from art for clarity.

Open and lower the glove compartment door to gain access to the PAD indicator electrical connector.
- Disconnect the PAD indicator electrical connector.
  
  Fig 1: Locating PAD Indicator Electrical Connector
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the upper instrument panel center finish panel.
- Pull the upper instrument panel center finish panel outward, releasing the retaining clips.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Make sure to align the trim panel retaining clips to the retaining clip holes in the instrument panel.