Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator - Zephyr
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator Remove/Install Components - Zephyr
WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.
WARNING:
The risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
NOTE:
The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a SRS fault.
NOTE:
Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
NOTE:
The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE:
The passenger air bag deactivation indicator is part of the hazard switch/traction control switch assembly.
- Depower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .
- Remove the instrument panel (I/P) center finish panel. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLE .
- Release the 4 locking tabs (2 upper and 2 lower) on the passenger airbag deactivation indicator and remove it from the I/P center finish panel.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING .