Interior/Restraints - Passenger Air Bag Trim Uneven
TSB 09-9-305/18/09
PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG - TRIM COVER FIT
FORD:
2008-2009 Taurus X
ISSUE
Some 2008-2009 Taurus X vehicles may have a passenger frontal air bag trim cover with a poor fit/finish or uneven appearance at the corner of the air bag cover. The fit may be caused by an unsecured cover hook and window to the air bag module housing.
ACTION
Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
NOTE
IT MAY NOT BE NECESSARY TO REPLACE THE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY IF THE COVER IS NOT SECURED TO THE AIR BAG MODULE.
1. Remove the air bag module using Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-20B.
2. Inspect the air bag trim cover hooks and windows for correct alignment.
a. If they are not secure, apply pressure to the air bag cover to secure the windows and hooks.
b. If the windows or hooks are damaged because of installation a new air bag module is required.
Parts Block
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
IMPORTANT: Warranty coverage limits/policies are not altered by a TSB. Warranty coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
090903A 2008-2009 Taurus X: 0.6 Hr.
Secure Cover Passenger
Side Air Bag Includes
Time To Remove and
Install Air Bag (Do Not
Use With 14056D,
14056D5, 12650D)
090903B 2008-2009 Taurus X: 0.7 Hr.
Replace Passenger Side
Air Bag (Do Not Use With
14056D, 14056D5,
12650D)
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
74044A74 07
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