Ford FUSION HYBRID 2013 Modifiers Manual page 108

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NOTICE: The side impact sensors are tuned to excite based on their 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 surface 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.
Some approximate dimensions for air bags, at full inflation, are provided. These dimensions are
somewhat flexible and represent free-form deployments without the loading of occupants. The
zone dimensions provided are approximate and will vary with the loading of occupants in the
seats.
All air bag and equipment mounting zone dimensions are approximate due to different air bag
deployment characteristics.
Do not mount equipment between the side of the front seat and the door trim that would block
deployment of the side air bag.
FCS-15128-13
Section 4: Reference
Reference
March 2013