Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 386 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSAFETY CANOPY MODULEREMOVAL
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Safety Canopy Module: Removal
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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.
- To reduce the risk of personal injury from an accidental deployment, always carry or place a live safety canopy module with the safety canopy and tear seam pointed away from your body. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy module deployment.
- Anytime the safety canopy has deployed, the headliner, and all A-, B- and C-pillar upper trim panels and attaching hardware must be replaced along with any other damaged components and hardware. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy deployment.
- Vehicles equipped with safety canopy modules require a specific headliner. When installing a new headliner on a vehicle equipped with safety canopy modules, make sure a headliner for safety canopy modules is being used. The word "AIRBAG" will appear on the headliner where it meets each B-pillar trim panel. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy module deployment.
- Before installing a safety canopy module, inspect the roof line for any damage. If necessary, the sheet metal must be reworked to its original condition and structural integrity. All damaged fasteners must be replaced and any foreign objects removed. Failure to do so may result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy deployment.
- Inspect the safety canopy before installation. If the safety canopy is damaged or the cover has separated and the canopy material has been exposed, a new safety canopy module must be installed. Do not attempt to repair the safety canopy module. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy module deployment.
- To reduce the risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the safety canopy module. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy module deployment.
- Never put any type of fastener or tie strap around any part of the safety canopy module or interior trim panel. This will prevent the safety canopy module from deploying correctly. Failure to do so can result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy module deployment.
- Never probe the electrical connector on a safety canopy module. Doing so can result in safety canopy deployment.
- To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.
- The safety canopy must be installed in the vehicle using new torque-prevailing type J-nuts (W520822, 5 per side). Use of this J-nut is mandatory so as to reduce the risk of loss of fastener effectiveness. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury in the event of a safety canopy deployment.
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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.