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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN1996CONTINENTAL V8-4.6L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - RESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHCSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Record USER 1 and USER 2 pre-set radio frequencies for reprogramming following completion of service procedures.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable. Wait one minute for backup power supply to deplete its stored energy.
3. Remove two screws retaining steering column opening cover to instrument panel and remove cover.
4. Remove four bolts retaining bolster and remove bolster.
5. Disconnect air bag diagnostic monitor electrical wiring connectors.
6. Remove three screws retaining air bag diagnostic monitor to instrument panel brace and remove the air bag diagnostic monitor.
INSTALLATION
1. Position air bag diagnostic monitor on instrument panel brace and install three retaining screws. Tighten screws to 10.2-13.8 Nm (90-122 lb in).
2. Connect electrical wiring connector to the air bag diagnostic monitor.
3. Position bolster on instrument panel and install four retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to 7-11 Nm (62-97 lb in).
4. Position steering column opening cover on instrument panel making sure clips are installed in retaining holes. Install two retaining screws.
5. Connect battery ground cable.
6. Prove out air bag system.
7. Reprogram USER 1 and USER 2 radio frequencies and set clock.
1. Record USER 1 and USER 2 pre-set radio frequencies for reprogramming following completion of service procedures.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable. Wait one minute for backup power supply to deplete its stored energy.
3. Remove two screws retaining steering column opening cover to instrument panel and remove cover.
4. Remove four bolts retaining bolster and remove bolster.
5. Disconnect air bag diagnostic monitor electrical wiring connectors.
6. Remove three screws retaining air bag diagnostic monitor to instrument panel brace and remove the air bag diagnostic monitor.
INSTALLATION
1. Position air bag diagnostic monitor on instrument panel brace and install three retaining screws. Tighten screws to 10.2-13.8 Nm (90-122 lb in).
2. Connect electrical wiring connector to the air bag diagnostic monitor.
3. Position bolster on instrument panel and install four retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to 7-11 Nm (62-97 lb in).
4. Position steering column opening cover on instrument panel making sure clips are installed in retaining holes. Install two retaining screws.
5. Connect battery ground cable.
6. Prove out air bag system.
7. Reprogram USER 1 and USER 2 radio frequencies and set clock.
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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.