Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

CAUTION:
- Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait for at least 3 minutes.
- Always work from the side of or under air bag module.




1. Open the glove box lid.
2. Open the connector cover.
3. Disconnect front passenger air bag module connector from air bag harness connector.




4. Remove glove box assembly.
5. Remove the special bolts using the TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50) from front passenger air bag module. Take out the air bag module from the instrument panel.
- The 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.




- Replace air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
- 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.
- After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
- Always work from the side of or under air bag module.




1. Install front passenger air bag module on steering member.
- Ensure harness is not caught between rear of air bag module and steering member.
2. Install glove box assembly. (Glove box lid is open.)




3. Connect air bag module connector to air bag harness connector.
4. Close the connector cover.
5. Close the glove box lid.
6. Connect both battery cable.
7. Conduct self-diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates properly. (Use CONSULT-II or warning lamp check.)