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Mounting 3-7
Section 3: Mounting
WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the safety canopy system (if
equipped), its fuses, the A-, B-, or C-pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a
safety canopy. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the
deployment path of the inflatable safety canopy (if equipped).
NOTICE: The side impact sensor is tuned to excite based on its mass (including wiring), as
well as the host sheet metal. Any alteration to these components must be avoided.
Additions, such as padding, wire connectors, retainers, tape or fasteners of any kind should
not be used. All fasteners in this predominantly sheet metal environment should be made
of steel or a non-conductive plastic to guarantee retention and longevity. If any part of a
steel fastener is exposed to a wet area, it should be plated to resist corrosion.
Driver/passenger air bags affect the way equipment can be mounted in vehicles. Any surfaces that
could come into contact with an air bag during deployment must not damage the air bag or alter
its deployment path. Sharp edges, corners or protrusions could damage the nylon air bag material
and reduce the effectiveness of the air bag. Do not mount or place any objects in the deployment
path of an air bag. Air bags must be allowed to fully deploy without restriction. The deployment of
air bags is not compatible with any configuration of equipment mounting that places objects in the
air bag deployment path. Equipment mounted or placed in the deployment area of an air bag will
reduce the effectiveness of the air bag, damage the air bag and potentially damage or dislodge
the equipment.
Air bag deployment drawings are provided in Section 4. Consult the drawings before equipment is
installed inside the passenger compartment to make sure that the mounted equipment does not
interfere with air bag deployment.
Seat Bolts
The vehicle safety belts and seat assemblies are factory installed in their correct location. Seat
attaching bolts are not to be used as attachment points for any equipment. Any added material
between the seat bolt and the seat frame could have unpredictable effects on the seat bolt torque.
If the safety belts are removed for any reason, all of the appropriate attaching hardware must be
hand started and then tightened to the correct torque specifications as per the workshop manual.
Proper operation must be verified before returning the vehicle to service.
Driveshaft Clearance
When installing equipment such as a console or other equipment in the console area, it is
important to consider the available clearance between the underbody and the driveshaft. Never
use self-tapping screws and never use screws that are longer than necessary in the console area.
2010 Escape Hybrid, Mariner Hybrid Modifiers Guide, 07/2009