Removal (from 12/2010)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:
Be sure to read the "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing Precaution (from 12/2010).

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

CAUTION:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent the airbag working.

3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH Removal (from 12/2010)

4. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Removal (from 12/2010)

5. REMOVE FRONT DOOR OPENING TRIM WEATHERSTRIP LH

6. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL LOWER LH Removal (from 12/2010)

7. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 4 bolts and the driver side knee airbag assembly.





(b) Disconnect the connector from the driver side knee airbag assembly.

NOTICE:
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

8. INSPECT DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY