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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2009MILAN PREMIER, 3.0 1, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1721 (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONPASSENGER AIR BAG MODULEINSTALLATION
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD
Passenger Air Bag Module: Installation
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Make sure the J-clips on the back of the passenger air bag module are fully seated into the slots.
- Make sure the retaining clips on the back of the passenger air bag module are fully seated onto the ears.
- Install the passenger air bag module into the instrument panel.
- Make sure the 2 retaining clips are fully seated into the instrument panel. The passenger air bag module should have a flush fit and finish up against the instrument panel.
- Install the 2 passenger air bag module bolts.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Connect the passenger air bag module electrical connector.
- Push in the sides of the glove compartment to engage the glove compartment stops, connect the glove compartment assist cable and close the glove compartment.
- Install the instrument cluster finish panel. For additional information, refer to the Removal and Installation portion in INSTRUMENT PANEL & CONSOLE article.
- Position the selector lever in the PARK position.
- 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.