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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1214 (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONREMOVALINSTALLATION
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Removal And Installation: Removal: Installation
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Milan, 2010 Lincoln MKZ, and 2010 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install 4 new J-nuts.
- Install the knee air bag module and 4 bolts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Connect the knee air bag module electrical connector.
- Attach the wiring harness to the knee air bag module bracket.
- Install the lower steering column shroud.
- Install the steering column opening cover reinforcement and 4 bolts.
- Tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
- Install the steering column opening trim panel and 2 screws.
- Repower the SRSΒ . For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERINGΒ .
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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.