Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Passenger-side air bag module is located on right-side of instrument panel, above glove box. When impact sensors close, signaling an impact, air bag igniters trigger inflator. Since passenger-side air bag is larger than driver-side air bag, inflator contains more gas generant in a different configuration to produce more gas. When air bag is activated, instrument panel trim cover tears at seams and hinges, allowing inflation. Passenger-side air bag module is only serviced as a complete assembly.