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How to Remove an Airbag From a Ford Explorer

Applies to: FORD EXPLORER (2003)

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2003 Ford Explorer

Pull Tip: Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait approximately 15 mins to allow everything to power down.

Estimated Pull Time: 20 Minutes

Recommended Tools

  • Bring your Phillips head screwdriver to Pull-A-Part Pocket Screwdriver
  • image of needed socket pull tool at Pull-A-Part 8mm Socket
  • Use a ratchet to make your repair with help from Pull-A-Part. Ratchet

Instructions

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    Pry covers on backside of steering wheel to expose fasteners

  • 2

    Remove fasteners on both sides of steering wheel

  • 3

    Remove horn electrical wire

  • 4

    Remove both fasteners to airbag assembly and remove

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