Driver-Side Air Bag Module

DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

WARNING: Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module which may cause serious injury. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the air bag module.

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute to allow the backup power supply of the SAS control module to deplete its stored power.




3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
6. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds then goes off.
- If the air bag system warning light does not operate in the manner described above, there are malfunctions in the system. Inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic. (See FOREWORD.)




Bolt Installation Note
- Tighten the bolts in the order shown in the figure.