Your Vehicle: 2001 Ford Escort ZX2 L4-2.0L DOHC VIN 3
 
Vehicle » Restraints and Safety Systems » Service and Repair » Undeployed Air Bag » Inoperative  
 
 
  Inoperative  
 
  1. Remove the inoperative driver air bag module or passenger air bag module.
WARNING: CARRY A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE WITH THE AIR BAG AND TRIM COVER OR DEPLOYMENT DOOR POINTED AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. THIS WILL REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
NOTE: All inoperative air bag modules have been placed on the Mandatory Return List. All discolored or damaged air bag modules must be treated the same as any inoperative live air bag being returned.

  

  1. When installing a new driver air bag module, record the necessary information and return the inoperative driver air bag module to Ford Motor Company.
NOTE: When installing a new air bag module, a prepaid return postcard is provided with the replacement air bag module. The serial number for the new part and the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be recorded and sent to Ford Motor Company.

  

  1. When installing a new passenger air bag module, record the necessary information and return the inoperative passenger air bag module to Ford Motor Company.