Driver Air Bag Module

Removal

NOTE: If air bag did not deploy, it may not have been needed. Complete diagnosis of air bag system before replacing air bag module.

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

1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect battery positive cable and wait one minute for backup power supply to be depleted.
3. Remove four nut and washer assemblies retaining air bag module to steering wheel.





4. Disconnect the air bag electrical connector from air bag sliding contact assembly connectors. Remove air bag assembly.





Installation

NOTE: Connect Rotunda Air Bag Simulator 105-00010 or equivalent as required.

1. Connect the air bag module wiring connector to air bag sliding contact assembly connector.
2. Position air bag module to steering wheel and secure with four nut and washer assemblies. Tighten to 4-5.6 Nm (35-50 lb-in).
3. Connect battery positive cable.
4. Connect negative battery cable.
5. Verify air bag indicator.