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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1996SABLE GS, 4D WAGON, AX4NREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 32 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING SYSTEM
1996 Mercury Sable GS, 4D Wagon, AX4N

Disabling System

1996 Mercury Sable GS, 4D Wagon, AX4NSECTION Disabling System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Mercury Sable and 1997 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Following disabling procedure should be used for component replacement purposes only. If vehicle was involved in a collision and air bag did not deploy or if SRS is not functioning properly, and vehicle needs to be driven, complete system deactivation is required. See COMPLETE SYSTEM DEACTIVATION  .

Disconnect negative and then positive battery cables. Shield both cables. SRS contains a back-up power supply built into air bag diagnostic monitor. Wait at least one minute before servicing any air bag components. System is now disabled. To activate SRS, see ACTIVATING SYSTEM  .

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