FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Removal

REMOVAL

CAUTION:
^ Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait for at least ten minutes.
^ Always work from the side of an air bag module.

1. Remove glove box lid and glove box.

Front Passenger Air Bag Module - Removal:




2. Disconnect passenger air bag module connector.
3. Using the TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50), remove two special bolts.

Front Passenger Air Bag Module - Removal:




4. Loosen the screws on left and right sides of front passenger air bag module.
5. Remove air bag module by releasing the tabs from the top of the instrument panel.
^ Air bag module is heavy and should be supported using both hands during removal.

CAUTION:
^ Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
^ Do not attempt to disassemble air bag module.
^ The special bolts are coated with bonding agent. Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new coated bolts.
^ Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air bag module connector.

Front Passenger Air Bag Module - Removal:




^ Do not drop or impact air bag module. If any portion is deformed or cracked, replace the module.
^ Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
^ Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the air bag module.