Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair

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Restraints Control Module (RCM)

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.

NOTE: Repair is made by replacement only. If a part is replaced and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.

2. Remove the floor console.







3. Remove the instrument panel bracket retaining bolt.







4. Remove the instrument panel bracket retaining nuts.







5. Disconnect the electrical connector.







6. Disconnect the electrical connector.







7. Remove the RCM retaining bolt.







8. Remove the instrument panel bracket retaining bolt.







9. Remove the instrument panel bracket retaining nuts.







10. Displace the multiplugs to gain access to the RCM retaining bolts.







11. Remove the RCM.
- Remove the RCM retaining bolts.
- Remove the RCM.

Installation







1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Tighten to 12 Nm.

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage may result.

NOTE: Repair is made by replacement only. If a part is replaced and the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.







2. Tighten to 12 Nm.







3. Tighten to 9 Nm.

NOTE: Left-hand shown, right-hand similar.







4. Tighten to 9 Nm.

NOTE: Left-hand shown, right-hand similar.