Driver Air Bag Module

Removal

WARNING: THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT NECESSARY FOR SYSTEM DEPLOYMENT IS POWERED DIRECTLY FROM THE BATTERY AND BACKUP POWER SUPPLY. TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY, THE BATTERY GROUND CABLE AND BACKUP POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DISCONNECTED PRIOR TO SERVICING OR REPLACING ANY SYSTEM COMPONENTS.

1. Disconnect battery ground cable and backup power supply.





2. Remove four nut and washer assemblies retaining air bag module to steering wheel.





3. Disconnect the air bag electrical connector from clockspring connector. Remove air bag assembly.

WARNING: PLACE AIR BAG MODULE ON BENCH WITH TRIM COVER FACING UP.

Installation
1. Connect air bag module wiring connector to clockspring connector.
2. Position air bag module to steering wheel and secure with four nut and washer assemblies. Tighten to 4-6 Nm (35-53 lb-in).
3. Connect backup power supply and battery ground cable.
4. Verify air bag indicator lamp.