FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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System Reactivation Procedures

WARNING: THE AIR BAG SIMULATOR(S) MUST BE REMOVED AND THE AIR BAG(S) RECONNECTED WHEN THE SYSTEM IS REACTIVATED.

1. Disconnect positive battery cable.
2. Wait one minute for backup power supply to deplete stored energy.
3. Remove air bag simulator from clockspring connector at top of steering column. Reconnect driver air bag connector. Position driver air bag on steering wheel and secure with four nut and washer assemblies (10 mm). Tighten nut and washer assemblies to 2-3 N.m (17-26 lb-in).
4. Remove passenger air bag simulator from vehicle harness connector. Reconnect passenger air bag connector. Position passenger air bag on dash support and secure with four screw and washer assemblies. Tighten screw and washer assemblies to 7-11 N.m (62-97 lb-in).
5. Connect positive battery cable.
6. Prove out system.