Driver Airbag Replacement

After a collision in which the airbags were deployed, the airbags and the SRS unit must be replaced.

WARNING: Store a removed airbag with the pad surface up. if the airbag is improperly stored face down, accidental deployment could propel the unit with enough force to cause serious injury.

CAUTION: Do not disassemble or tamper with the airbag.

NOTE:
- Do not install used SRS parts from another vehicle. When repairing, use only new SRS parts.
- Carefully inspect the airbag before you install it. Do not install an airbag that shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable from the battery, and wait at least three minutes.






2. Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then disconnect the 2P connector between the driver's airbag and cable reel. When disconnected, the airbag connector is automatically shorted.






3. Remove the two Torx bolts from the steering wheel, and disconnect the horn connector. Remove the driver's airbag.






4. Place the new driver's airbag into the steering wheel, and secure it with new Torx bolts.






5. Connect the driver's airbag 2P connector to the cable reel 2P connector, then install the access panel on the steering wheel.
6. Connect the battery positive cable, then connect the negative cable.
7. After installing the airbag assembly, confirm proper system operation:
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about six seconds and then go off.
- Make sure both horn buttons work.