Passenger's Side

NOTE: If the passenger air bag module did not deploy in a collision, it may not have been needed. Complete all diagnostics before replacing the passenger air bag module.

WARNINGS:
^ TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY, THE BACKUP POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DEPLETED BEFORE REPAIRING OR REPLACING ANY AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) COMPONENTS. TO DEPLETE THE BACKUP POWER SUPPLY ENERGY, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY GROUND CABLE AND WAIT ONE MINUTE. BE SURE TO DISCONNECT AUXILIARY BATTERIES AND POWER SUPPLIES (IF EQUIPPED).

^ CARRY A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE WITH THE AIR BAG AND TRIM COVER POINTED AWAY FROM YOUR BODY. THIS WILL REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.

^ DO NOT SET A LIVE AIR BAG MODULE DOWN WITH THE TRIM COVER FACE DOWN.




Removal


1. Record pre-set radio frequencies for reprogramming following completion of service procedures.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Wait one minute for back-up power supply energy to be depleted.
4. Remove passenger air bag module trim cover from instrument panel.

NOTE: The passenger air bag module trim cover is retained by snap-in tabs.

5. Open glove compartment, press sides inward and lower glove compartment to floor.
6. Through glove compartment opening, remove two passenger air bag module retaining screws.
7. Disconnect two electrical connectors and remove passenger air bag module.


Installation

NOTE: Fill out and return air bag traceability postcard for new air bag with VIN numbers and note diagnostic trouble code.

1. Connect two electrical connectors to passenger air bag module and position passenger air bag module in instrument panel.
2. Install two module retaining screws. Tighten to 7.6-10.4 N.m (68-92 lb-in).
3. Return glove compartment to correct position.
4. Install passenger air bag trim cover by snapping into place on the instrument panel.
5. Reconnect battery ground cable.
6. Prove out air bag system.
7. Reprogram radio frequencies and set clock.