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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009RANGER 2D PICKUP, 2.3 D, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 108 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONPASSENGER AIR BAG MODULEINSTALLATION
2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, Automatic
Passenger Air Bag Module: Installation
2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, AutomaticSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the passenger air bag module into the instrument panel.
- Angle the top of the passenger air bag module into the instrument panel first so that the deployment door upper clips engage to the instrument panel. Push up and in at the top and down and in at the bottom of the deployment door to seat all the clips to the instrument panel.
- Align the passenger air bag module and install the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Connect the passenger air bag module electrical connector.
- Close the glove compartment door.
- Repower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
NOTE:
Do not handle the passenger air bag module by grabbing the edges of the deployment doors. Damage to the air bag module may occur.
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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.