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 MANUALSMERCURY2001SABLE LS, 4D SEDAN, 3.0 U, AX4SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)RESTRAINTSRESTRAINTS CONTROL SYSTEMSSUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM - AIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURESFORD MOTOR CO.DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMACTIVATING SYSTEM (LS)
2001 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4S
Activating System (LS)
2001 Mercury Sable LS, 4D Sedan, 3.0 U, AX4SSECTION Activating System (LS)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for backup power supply to deplete stored energy. Remove the pretensioner simulators from the vehicle harness at the seat belt retractor pretensioner. Connect seat belt pretensioner connectors to vehicle harness.
- Remove air bag simulator from clockspring connector at top of steering column. Install driver air bag module. See DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE . Remove air bag simulator from passenger air bag vehicle harness connector. Reconnect passenger air bag module connector.
- Remove air bag simulator from driver side air bag vehicle harness. Reconnect driver side air bag module connector. Repeat procedure for passenger side air bag connector.
- Reconnect negative battery cable. Recheck system operation. Perform SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK . Reprogram radio preset frequencies and set clock.
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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.