Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

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




1. Remove lower instrument cover.
2. Remove connector bracket from air bag module and disconnect inflator connector from body harness air bag connector.
3. Remove glove box assembly.




4. Remove special bolts from air bag module using TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50).
5. Remove mounting bolts from back of instrument assembly.
6. Move air bag module upward, and remove it from instrument assembly.
- 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




- 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 body harness connector.
4. Install lower instrument cover on instrument panel assembly.
5. Connect both battery cables.
6. Go to "Self-diagnosis", and perform self-diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates properly. (Use CONSULT-II or warning lamp.)