Driver Side Airbag Module Replacement

REMOVAL

WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING ANY AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPONENT REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT BATTERY COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR 2 MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING ANY AIRBAG COMPONENTS.

When removing a deployed module, rubber gloves, eye protection and long sleeved shirt should be worn, as there may be deposits on the surface which could irritate the skin and eyes.

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove speed control switches or covers from steering wheel armature and disconnect the wires.

Driver Airbag Module:

3. Remove two bolts attaching Driver Airbag Module from the sides of steering wheel.
4. Lift module and disconnect airbag squib wire connector and horn wire.
5. Remove Driver Airbag Module.
6. when replacing a deployed driver airbag module, the clockspring must also be replaced. Refer to Clockspring replacement for proper procedure.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
1. Connect the squib wire to the module. Make airbag connection by pressing straight in on the connector. The connector should be fully seated feel for positive snap to assure positive connection.
2. Connect the horn wire.
3. Install two bolts and tighten to 10 to 11 N.m (90 to 100 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Install non-speed control covers to the steering wheel armature or connect the wire connectors to the speed control switches and install switches. Tighten fastener to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.) TORQUE.
5. Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.