Removal

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

REMOVAL

1. DISCONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.

2. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL END LH Removal
3. REMOVE INSTRUMENT SIDE PANEL LH Removal
4. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MOULDING Removal
5. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (W/O Driver Monitor Camera) Removal
6. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER (W/ Driver Monitor Camera) Removal
7. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY Removal
8. REMOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FINISH PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal
9. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL SAFETY PAD SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal
10. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY Removal
11. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY





(a) Remove the control cable.
(b) Using a screwdriver, detach the claw and remove the lock lever.
(c) Remove the 4 bolts.
(d) Detach the clip and remove the driver side knee airbag.
(e) Disconnect the connector.
NOTE:
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.