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RESTRAINT SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Component

⁽¹⁾Location

Clockspring

On steering column, behind steering wheel

Dual-stage driver-side air bag module

Center of steering wheel

Dual-stage passenger-side air bag module

Right side of instrument panel, above glove box

Front impact sensor

On upper radiator core support, next to hood latch

Restraints Control Module (RCM)

Under center console, forward of hand brake

Seat belt buckle pretensioner

Integrated with right front seat belt buckle

Seat belt retractor pretensioner

Integrated with left front seat belt retractor

Seat track position sensor

On left front seat track

Side crash sensors

On floor, under outboard side of front seats

Side air bag modules

Behind outboard bolster of front seat backs

⁽¹⁾	See Fig 1 & Fig 2 .

Fig 1: Locating Restraint System Components (1 Of 2)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Component Locations

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When to See a Mechanic

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