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 MANUALSFORD2007FOCUS SES, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 488 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM - F250-F550 SUPER DUTY)GENERAL PROCEDURESPYROTECHNIC DEVICE DISPOSALDISPOSAL OF DEPLOYABLE DEVICES AND PYROTECHNIC DEVICES THAT ARE UNDEPLOYED/INOPERATIVE
2007 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, Standard
Disposal of Deployable Devices and Pyrotechnic Devices That Are Undeployed/Inoperative
2007 Ford Focus SES, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Disposal of Deployable Devices and Pyrotechnic Devices That Are Undeployed/Inoperative
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Pickup, 2006 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2006 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2006 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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.
- Depower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERINGΒ .
- Remove the undeployed/inoperative device. For additional information, refer to SAFETY BELT SYSTEM .
- If installing a new air bag module record the necessary information and return the inoperative air bag module to Ford Motor Company.
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.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.