Removal

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

CAUTION:
Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing Service Precautions.

1. PRECAUTION

NOTICE:
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal notice before proceeding with work Service Precautions.

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

3. REMOVE UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL

Removal

4. REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:
When storing the front passenger airbag, keep the upper surface of the airbag deployment side facing upward.





(a) Remove the 2 screws.

(b) Disengage the 6 hooks and remove the front passenger airbag.

5. REMOVE NO. 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE





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(a) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, release the 2 locking buttons.

(b) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disconnect the 2 front passenger airbag squib connectors.

(c) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, release the locking button.





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(d) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disconnect the front passenger airbag variable vent hole squib connector and remove the No. 2 instrument panel wire.