3. Remove passenger-side air bag module. See
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
under
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Connect Air Bag Simulator (418-F088-105-R0012) to passenger-side
air bag vehicle harness connectors (in place of air bag). On models equipped with seat belt pretensioners,
remove front seats. See
FRONT SEAT
.
4. On regular cab models equipped with seat belt retractor pretensioners, open right seat belt guide cover
and remove right seat belt guide nut. Remove right side door scuff plate and rear corner trim panel.
Disconnect seat belt pretensioner electrical connector. Connect Pretensioner Simulator (418-133-40-009)
on right pretensioner harness connector (in place of pretensioner). Repeat procedure for left pretensioner.
5. On SuperCab models equipped with seat belt buckle pretensioners, connect pretensioner simulator on
right and left pretensioner harness connector (in place of pretensioners).
6. On CrewCab models equipped with seat belt retractor pretensioners, open right seat belt guide cover and
remove right seat belt guide nut. Remove right-side front and rear door scuff plates. Remove left rear
assist handle and B-pillar trim panel. Disconnect right pretensioner electrical connector. Connect
pretensioner simulator on right pretensioner harness connector (in place of pretensioner). Repeat
procedure for left pretensioner. On all models, connect negative battery cable.
General Disabling Procedure
This procedure should only be used when performing repairs not related to air bag system, including seat
systems.
1. Record pre-set radio frequencies for reprogramming (if equipped). Move and tilt front seats highest and
most rearward position. Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power
supply to deplete stored energy.
2. Remove driver-side air bag module. See
DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION. Connect Air Bag Simulator (418-F088-105-R0012) to clockspring connector at top of
steering column (in place of air bag). See
AIR BAG SIMULATOR
.
3. Remove passenger-side air bag module. See
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
under
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Connect Air Bag Simulators (418-F088-105-R0012) to passenger-side
air bag vehicle harness connector (in place of air bag).
4. On regular cab models equipped with seat belt retractor pretensioners, open right seat belt guide cover
and remove right seat belt guide nut. Remove right side door scuff plate and rear corner trim panel.
Disconnect seat belt pretensioner electrical connector. Connect Pretensioner Simulator (418-133-40-009)
on right pretensioner harness connector (in place of pretensioner). Repeat procedure for left pretensioner.
5. On SuperCab models equipped with seat belt buckle pretensioners, connect pretensioner simulator on
right and left pretensioner harness connector (in place of pretensioners).
6. On CrewCab models equipped with seat belt retractor pretensioners, open right seat belt guide cover and
remove right seat belt guide nut. Remove right-side front and rear door scuff plates. Remove left rear
assist handle and B-pillar trim panel. Disconnect right pretensioner electrical connector. Connect
WARNING:
Unintentional air bag module deployment is possible. Personal injury may
result. The following general deactivation procedure should not be used
when performing air bag diagnostics or repairs. See COMPONENT
REPLACEMENT DISABLING PROCEDURE or DIAGNOSTICS ACTIVATING
PROCEDURE .
2001 Ford Pickup F350 Super Duty
2001 ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT Ford Motor Co. - Air Bag Restraint Systems
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