Front Side Crash Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
Remove appropriate seat. See FRONT SEAT . Position carpet aside to access front side crash sensor. Remove front side crash sensor harness pin-type retainer. Remove front side crash sensor mounting bolts. See Figure . Disconnect front side crash sensor electrical connector and remove sensor.