Removal and Installation

Removal





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

1. Disconnect battery ground cable and battery backup power supply.
2. Remove the four nut and washer assemblies securing the air bag to the steering wheel.
3. Disconnect the air bag connector to the clockspring and remove air bag.

CAUTION: Follow air bag handling procedures.

Installation
1. Connect the air bag connector to the clockspring.
2. Position the air bag on the steering wheel, and install four nut and washer assemblies. Tighten to 2-3 N.m (17-26 lb-in).
3. Connect battery ground cable and battery backup power supply.
4. Verify air bag indicator.