Section 01-12: Instrument Panel and Console | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual |
Because of the critical operating requirements of the system, do not attempt to service sensor assemblies, the air bag sliding contact (14A664) assembly, the monitor assembly or the air bag module. Corrections are made by replacement only.
Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so may result in air bag deployment which could result in personal injury.
All component replacements and wiring repairs must be made with the positive battery cable disconnected for a minimum of one minute before any replacement and wiring repairs are attempted.
NOTE: The instruction "disconnect" always refers to a connector. Never detach a component from the vehicle when instructed to disconnect.
After all service, verify the air bag lamp. This means turn ignition switch lock cylinder (11582) to RUN and count the flashes only after the code (series of flashes) has cycled twice. If the air bag lamp comes on continuously for 4 to 8 seconds and then goes out, the system is functioning properly and all faults have been corrected.