Section 01-20B: Restraints, Passive, Supplemental Air Bag System | 1996 F-150, F-250, Bronco Workshop Manual |
In the event that a driver side air bag module (043B13) is diagnosed as faulty (refer to the Diagnosis and Testing portion of this section), the faulty driver side air bag module must be replaced by a driver side air bag module. The faulty air bag CANNOT BE DISPOSED OF IN THE USUAL MANNER. It must be returned intact to Ford Motor Company for proper disposal. Return the carton to the following address for warranty claim credit:
Warranty Parts Return Center
Provide the dealership parts counter with the vehicle identification number (VIN). A prepaid postcard is provided with the replacement driver side air bag module to allow tracking to the vehicle in which the unit was placed. The dealership must fill out the prepaid postcard in order to be paid for the repair. Do not return the traceability postcard to the Warranty Parts Return Center. Mail it back to Ford Customer Service Division.
NOTE: All faulty live air bags have been placed on the Mandatory Return List. All discolored or damaged driver side air bag modules should be treated the same as any faulty live air bag being returned.
The driver side air bag module must be packaged and shipped according to the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. Retain packaging used for replacement driver side air bag module, including the labeling. Do not deploy air bag. Properly package the driver side air bag module in the original service replacement carton and securely tape shut. Affix Flammable Solid label and shipping exemption to package.