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Air Bag Deactivation Indicator: Service and Repair




Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) Indicator









Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: Ignition must be OFF if disconnecting the Passenger Air Bag Deactivation (PAD) indicator electrical connector. Otherwise, a DTC will be set in the Restraints Control Module (RCM) memory and must be cleared before releasing the vehicle.

Turn the ignition OFF and wait at least one minute.

2. Remove the floor console. For additional information, refer to Instrument Cluster / Carrier &/or Interior Moulding / Trim.

3. Gently pull outward to release the clips on the instrument panel center finish panel.

4. Disconnect the PAD indicator electrical connector.

5. Remove the 2 screws and PAD indicator.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.