Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC
Air Bag Control Module: Service Precautions
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHCSECTION Service Precautions
WARNINGS
- The backup power supply energy must be depleted before any air bag component service is performed. To deplete backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait one minute to avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury.
- The electrical circuit necessary for system deployment is powered directly from the battery. To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the battery ground cable must be disconnected prior to servicing or replacing any system components.
- The backup power supply energy must be depleted before any air bag component service is performed. To deplete backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait one minute to avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury.
- The electrical circuit necessary for system deployment is powered directly from the battery. To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the battery ground cable must be disconnected prior to servicing or replacing any system components.
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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.