Passenger Side Airbag Module Replacement

Non-Deployed Module
REMOVAL
when removing a module for any reason other than DEPLOYMENT.
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Wait two minutes to allow reserve capacitor to discharge.

Instrument Panel:

2. Remove instrument panel top cover.
3. Remove instrument panel right trim bezel.
4. Open glove box and push the sides inward allowing the door bumper to pass and box to open.

Passenger Airbag Module:

5. Remove the four trim screws which attach the Passenger Airbag Module to the top instrument panel.

Airbag Module Connector:

7. Remove two module attaching nuts from the support structure.
6. Lift module up until the wire connector is visible and disconnect the 4-way wire connector from module. Unlock the red locking tab and compress lock to release the connector.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Ensure that the red locking tab is in the lock position after installing the connector. Tighten trim screws to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.) torque. Tighten the module nuts to 22 to 34 N.m (200 to 300 in. lbs.) torque. Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.

Deployed Module
REMOVAL
When removing a deployed module, rubber gloves, eye protection, and a 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. Roll/fold airbag towards instrument panel.
3. Close door over folded airbag and tape door closed.
4. Remove instrument panel top cover.
5. Remove instrument panel right trim panel.
6. Open glove box and push the sides inward allowing the door bumper to pass and box to open.
7. Remove the four trim screws which attach the module to the top instrument panel.
8. Remove two module attaching nuts from the support structure.
9. Lift module up until the wire connector is visible and disconnect the 4-way wire connector from module. Unlock the red locking tab and compress lock to release the connector.

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Ensure that the red locking tab is in the lock position after installing the connector. Tighten trim screws to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.) torque. Tighten the module nuts to 22 to 34 N.m(200 to 300 in. lbs.) torque. Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.