Airbag Module - Steering Wheel

76.74.01 Airbag Module - Steering Wheel

Before disconnecting the battery, ensure all text and cautions in the battery disconnection section are observed.

WARNING:
^ It is imperative that before any work is undertaken on the SRS system, the appropriate information is read thoroughly.
^ Always disconnect both battery leads before beginning work on the SRS system. Disconnect the negative lead first. Never reverse connect the battery.

Remove
1. Make the SRS system safe.





2. Release 2 airbag retaining clips using a rod at least 50 mm (2 in.) long and not exceeding 3 mm (1/8 in.) diameter. Fit rod through each access hole in steering wheel at right angles to steering column. Locate secondary hole and carefully push on rod until clip is released.

The lower graphic shows the rod pushing on the wire clip.





3. Models with heated steering wheel: Disconnect multiplug from the heated steering wheel ECU.
4. Disconnect 2 harness multiplugs and remove airbag module.

CAUTION: Do not allow the airbag module to hang by the airbag harness.

WARNING:
^ Store the airbag module with the deployment side uppermost. If it is stored deployment side down, accidental deployment will propel the airbag module with enough force to cause serious injury.
^ Store the airbag module or seat pre-tensioner in a designated storage area. If there is no designated storage area available, store in the locked luggage compartment/loadspace area of the vehicle, and inform the workshop supervisor.





5. Remove 4 Torx screws and release switch units from airbag module.
6. Disconnect multiplugs from switch units and remove the switch units.

Refit

NOTE: If the SRS component is to be replaced, the bar code of the new unit must be recorded.

1. Position switch units and connect multiplugs.
2. Fit switch units to airbag module and tighten Torx screws to 2.5 Nm (1.8 lbf.ft).
3. Position airbag module and connect multiplugs.

NOTE: If the airbag module is to be replaced, the bar code of the new module must be recorded.

4. Models with heated steering wheel: Connect multiplug to the heated steering wheel ECU.
5. Locate airbag module and carefully push to secure.
6. Connect battery leads, earth lead last.