Rivet Nut Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of accidental deployment, do not use any memory saver devices. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death.
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If the Safety Canopy ® module has deployed, the tether cord rivet nut must be inspected and replaced if damaged before installing a new Safety Canopy ®.
NOTE:
The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the Restraints Control Module(RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a Supplemental Restraint System(SRS) fault.
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A typical rivet nut replacement is shown that is similar for all vehicles.
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LH drive driver side shown, all others similar.
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Depower the SRS. For additional information, refer to Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering and Repowering .
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Remove the A-pillar trim panel. For additional information, refer to Interior Trim and Ornamentation .
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Using the appropriate service tool, sand the rivet nut shoulder until the shoulder surface is removed.
- 7.NOTE: Use only Ford Motor Company factory-authorized replacement parts for rivet nut repair procedure.
Obtain the correct square shank rivet nut for the vehicle application from the Ford Catalog Advantage™ or equivalent, and insert it into the rivet nut hole.
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Using a suitable rivet nut installing tool, install the rivet nut. For additional information, refer to the tool manufacturer's operating instructions.
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Position the A-pillar tether cord. Install the bolt. See the appropriate component removal and installation procedure or Specifications for the correct torque specification.
- 10.NOTE: The tether cord must be positioned correctly in place before installing the A-pillar trim panel.
Install the A-pillar trim panel. For additional information, refer to Interior Trim and Ornamentation .