Driver Air Bag Removal and Installation

REMOVAL




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and keep secure from battery.

CAUTION: Wait at least 30 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.




2. Remove the side protect cover of steering wheel and airbag module mounting bolts using a hexagonal wrench.




3. When disconnecting the connector of the clock spring from the airbag module, pull the airbag's lock toward the outer side to spread it open.

CAUTION: When disconnecting the airbag module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply excessive force to it.




4. Remove the drive airbag module.

CAUTION: The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.




5. Remove the steering wheel using SST (09561-11002).

CAUTION: Do not hammer on the steering wheel. Doing so may damage the collapsible column mechanism.