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23. Install the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to
Section 501 - 05 .
24. Make sure the convertible top operate correctly.
25. Close the convertible top.
Convertible Top No. 1 Bow is Not Flush to the Header — Balance Link Adjustment.
CAUTION: Over adjustment of the balance link can cause the convertible top to bind up in
the convertible top well.
CAUTION: If the balance link is raised the B- hinge must be adjusted to keep the door
window glass from striking the convertible top, preventing the door from closing.
26. Remove the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501 - 05 .
NOTE: Lowering the balance link will raise the No. 1 bow position to the vehicle header and increase
the pull down effort. Raising the balance link will lower the No. 1 bow to the header of the vehicle and
decrease the pull- down effort.
27. Adjust the balance link assembly. 1. Scribe a mark on the balance link.
2. Loosen the bolts.
28. Tighten the balance link assembly. 1. Move the balance link assembly.
2. Tighten the bolts. Klj . 5 ba
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29. Make sure the convertible top operates correctly.
30. Install the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to
Section 501 - 05 .
31. Close the convertible top.
Convertible Top Appears Low at the Center of the Door Window Glass — B-hinge Adjustment
32. Remove the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501 - 05 .
NOTE: If the B- hinge set screw is adjusted to raise or lower the B- hinge, inspect the header height, top
pull down and dowl and receiver clearance. Adjust the cam bolt and balance link as necessary.
33. Tighten the lock nut. zUse Threadlock and sealer on the lock nut.
34. Tighten the lock nut. zThreadlock and sealer on the lock nut.
35. Make sure the convertible top operate correctly.
36. Install the quarter trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501 - 05 .
37. Close the convertible top. Klj . 6 ba
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Most air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) diagnostic procedures will require the use of the
deactivation and reactivation procedures in this section.
The deactivation and reactivation require the installation and removal of restraint system diagnostic
tools. These procedures require removal of driver air bag module, and the disconnection of the
passenger air bag module. This reduces the risk of deployment of air bag modules and safety belt
pretensioners while diagnostics are being carried out.
Restraint system diagnostic tools are required to carry out diagnosis and testing of the supplemental
restraint system (SRS). It is not acceptable to short-circuit the air bag module connections with a
jumper wire. If a jumper wire is used to short- circuit the air bag module connections, a lamp fault code
(LFC) will be displayed.
WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only.
Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible
violation of vehicle safety standards.
The reactivation procedure requires the removal of any restraint system diagnostic tools installed and
the reconnection of any air bag modules disconnected.
Deactivation Procedure
WARNING: If the supplemental restraint system (SRS) is being serviced, the system must
be deactivated and restraint system diagnostic tools must be installed. Refer to Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in this section.
The air bag restraint system diagnostic tools must be removed and the air bag modules
reconnected when the system is reactivated to avoid non- deployment in a collision, resulting in
possible personal injury.
NOTE: Diagnostics or repairs are not to be performed on a seat equipped with a seat side air bag with
the seat in the vehicle. Prior to attempting to diagnose or repair a seat concern when equipped with a
seat side air bag, the seat must be removed from the vehicle and the restraint system diagnostic tools
must be installed in the seat side air bag electrical connectors. The restraint system diagnostic
tools must be removed prior to operating the vehicle over the road.
NOTE: After diagnosing or repairing an SRS, the restraint system diagnostic tools must be
removed before operating the vehicle over the road.
NOTE: After diagnosing or repairing a seat system, the restraint system diagnostic tools must be
removed before operating the vehicle over the road.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the
customer.
1. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the
backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air
bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing,
adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors,
instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Please refer to the appropriate vehicle shop manual to determine location of the front air
bag sensors.
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Air Bag Disposal —
Undeployed Inoperative
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: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air
bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover or deployment door
pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental
deployment.
NOTE: All inoperative air bag modules and safety belt pretensioners have been placed on the
Mandatory Return List. All discolored or damaged air bag modules must be treated the same as any
inoperative live air bag being returned.
1. Remove the inoperative component from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to the appropriate air bag procedure in this section.
2. NOTE: When installing a new air bag module, a prepaid return postcard is provided with the
replacement air bag module. The serial number for the new part and the vehicle identification
number (VIN) must be recorded and sent to Ford Motor Company.
If installing a new air bag module, record the necessary information and return the inoperative
air bag module to Ford Motor Company.
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Air Bag Disposal —
Driver, Undeployed, Scrapped Vehicle
Remote Deployment WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module or safety belt
retractor/pretensioner assembly. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental
deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover or deployment door
pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental
deployment.
WARNING: Remote deployment is to be performed outdoors with all personnel at least 6.1
meters (20 feet) away to ensure personal safety. Due to the loud report which occurs when the
air bag is deployed, hearing protection is required.
WARNING: Do not place the driver or passenger air bag module with the trim cover or
deployment door facing down, as the forces of the deploying air bag can cause it to ricochet
and cause personal injury.
1. Remove the driver air bag from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Driver Air Bag Module in this section.
2. Cut and strip the wires at the driver air bag electrical connector.
3. Obtain two wires (20 gauge minimum) at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) long and attach one end of each wire to the stripped ends of the driver air bag module wires.
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4. Place the air bag module on a flat surface in an open outdoor area with the trim cover facing
upward.
5. Remain at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) away from the air bag module.
6. Deploy the air bag module by touching the other ends of the two wires to the terminals of a 12– volt battery.
7. To allow for cooling, wait at least ten minutes before approaching the deployed air bag.
8. Dispose of the deployed air bag module in the same manner as any other part to be scrapped. Klj . 2 ba
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GENERAL PROCEDURES
Air Bag Disposal —
Passenger, Undeployed, Scrapped
Vehicle
Remote Deployment
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint
system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module or safety belt
retractor/pretensioner assembly. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental
deployment.
WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover or deployment door
pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental
deployment.
WARNING: Remote deployment is to be performed outdoors with all personnel at least 6.1
meters (20 feet) away to ensure personal safety. Due to the loud report which occurs when the
air bag is deployed, hearing protection is required.
WARNING: Do not place the driver or passenger air bag module with the trim cover or
deployment door facing down, as the forces of the deploying air bag can cause it to ricochet
and cause personal injury.
1. Remove the passenger air bag from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Passenger Air Bag Module in this section.
2. Cut and strip the wires near the passenger air bag electrical connector.
3. Obtain two wires (20 gauge minimum) at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) long and attach one end of each wire to the stripped ends of the passenger air bag module wires.
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4. Place the air bag module on a flat surface in an open outdoor area with the deflector can facing
downward.
5. Remain at least 6.1 meters (20 feet) away from the air bag module.
6. Deploy the air bag module by touching the other ends of the two wires to the terminals of a 12– volt battery.
7. To allow for cooling, wait at least ten minutes before approaching the deployed air bag.
8. Dispose of the deployed air bag module in the same manner as any other part to be scrapped. Klj . 2 ba
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NOTE:
If a seat equipped with a seat mounted side air bag and/or a safety belt pretensioner (if
equipped) system is being serviced, the air bag system must be deactivated.
NOTE: Restraint system diagnostic tools MUST be installed under the seats in the seat side air bag (if
equipped) and safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) to floor connectors.
NOTE: Diagnostics or repairs are not to be performed on a seat equipped with a seat side air bag with
the seat in the vehicle. Prior to attempting to diagnose or repair a seat concern when equipped with a
seat side air bag, the seat must be removed from the vehicle and the restraint system diagnostic tools
must be installed in the seat side air bag electrical connectors. The restraint system diagnostic
tools must be removed prior to operating the vehicle over the road.
NOTE: After diagnosing or repairing an SRS, the restraint system diagnostic tools must be
removed before operating the vehicle over the road.
NOTE: After diagnosing or repairing a seat system, the restraint system diagnostic tools must be
removed before operating the vehicle over the road.
NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the
customer.
1. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the
backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air
bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing,
adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors,
instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
Please refer to the appropriate vehicle shop manual to determine location of the front air
bag sensors.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B- pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and
wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if
equipped).
Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. For additional information,
refer to Section 414 - 01 .
2. Remove the steering column opening lower finish panel. 1. Remove the screws.
2. Pull out to release the retaining clips and remove the steering column opening lower finish panel.
3. Remove the steering column opening lower reinforcement. 1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the steering column opening lower reinforcement. Klj . 2 ba
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4. Pushing in on the release tab, disconnect the clockspring electrical connector at the base of the
steering column.
5. Attach the restraint system diagnostic tool to the vehicle harness side of the clockspring electrical connector.
6. Open the glove compartment, push in on the tabs and open the glove compartment door to its fullest extent.
7. Remove the right hand A/C register duct. Klj . 3 ba
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