Removal & Installation: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2001 Ford Ranger, 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2001 Ford Explorer Sport, and 2000 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Deactivate air bag system before performing any service operation. See appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT. Do not apply electrical power to any component on steering column without first deactivating air bag system. Air bag may deploy.
WARNING:
On vehicles equipped with air suspension, prior to raising vehicle, turn off electrical power supply to air suspension system. Air suspension switch is located in rear jack storage area. Failure to do so may result in unexpected inflation or deflation of air springs, which may result in shifting of vehicle.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery.