Driver Air Bag Module

The driver air bag module:
^ is replaced as an assembly.
^ is mounted in the center of the steering wheel.

Steering Wheel Trim Cover
The steering wheel trim cover:
^ encases the driver air bag module and horn switch.
^ has tear seams that separate to allow inflation of the air bag.
^ must not be repainted for any reason.
^ is a component of the driver air bag module and is not repaired separately.

Air Bag
The air bag:
^ is constructed of nylon.
^ is a component of the driver air bag module and is not replaced separately.

Inflator
The inflator:
^ receives electrical energy when the air bag sensor closes.
^ contains an igniter that converts the electrical signal to thermal energy (heat), causing the ignition of the inflator gas generant.
^ inflates the air bag with nitrogen gas after the sodium azide/copper oxide combustion occurs.
^ is a component of the driver air bag module and is not replaced separately.

Mounting Plate and Retainer Ring
The mounting plate and retainer ring:
^ attach and seal the air bag to the inflator.
^ attach the trim cover.
^ mount the entire driver air bag module to the steering wheel.
^ are components of the driver air bag module and are not replaced separately.