Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Installation

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions and notes at the beginning of the removal procedure.

1. WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag restraints control module (RCM) retaining bolts is critical for correct system operation.

Connect the RCM.

1. Position the RCM.

2. Install the bolts.

3. Connect the RCM electrical connector.

4. Slide and engage the RCM electrical connector locking clip.

5. Reposition the carpet.

Restraints Control Module (RCM)

2. Install the RCM.

1. Install the bolt.

2. Reposition the carpet.

Restraints Control Module (RCM)

3. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section .

4. With the restraint system diagnostic tools installed at all deployable devices, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Diagnosis and Testing portion of this section.

5. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information, refer to Section.

6. Restore the vehicle to operating condition.

1. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, notes, and instructions in the supplemental restraint system (SRS) deactivation/reactivation procedure.

Reactivate the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deactivation and Reactivation in the General Procedures portion of this section.

2. WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from the vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.

With all the restraint system diagnostic tools removed, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Diagnosis and Testing portion of this section.

    Removal
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    Driver Air Bag Module
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    Disassembly
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    Installation
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    Weld Nut Repair - Stripped Weld Nut, Restraints Control Module (RCM)
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