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How to Remove the Steering Wheel Airbag on the Ford Focus

Model: Ford Focus MK 2, Focus 2 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Part: Airbag

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In this video tutorial, you will see the main steps on how to remove and replace the steering wheel airbag on the Ford Focus. First, open the bonnet of your car and start by disconnecting the battery terminals; then, turn the steering wheel and use a sharp object as a lever to release the internal clips of the airbag, as shown in the video.

Next, pull the airbag from the steering wheel, disconnecting its electrical connector; replace the airbag with the new one and reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure of disassembly!


Updated on 30 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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