D. Repair Passenger Airbag Wiring
IMPORTANT:This section is only for vehicles with a "Passenger Squib Term Shorted to Ground" diagnostic trouble code.
1. With the ignition switch in the OFF position, disconnect the negative battery cable.
NOTE:
To enhance customer satisfaction, remember to record all radio settings before disconnecting the battery and to reset all electronic memory (clock, radio settings, etc.) when you have completed the service procedure.
2. Remove the two (2) screws that attach the lower console to the instrument panel support brackets (Figure 11).
3. Slide the cupholder out.
4. Remove the two (2) upper console attaching screws behind the cupholder (Figure 11).
5. Slide the console rearward and up to remove.
6. Inspect the I/P wiring harness where it connects to the Airbag Electronic Control Module (AECM) (Figure 12). Any chafed or cut wires should be repaired per the Wiring Repair Procedure.
7. Install a mastic patch over the rear corner and left edge of the Body Control Module (BCM) (Figure 12).
8. Inspect the I/P wiring harness above the AECM and the BCM. Verify that the clip on the harness is installed into the hole on the back side of the left center console bracket (Figure 12).
^ If the clip is on the harness but not in the hole, inspect the wiring harness for damage. Any chafed or cut wires should be repaired per the Wiring Repair Procedure.
^ If the clip is missing or is damaged, install a new tie strap/clip (P/N 05016944AA) and insert the clip into the hole.
9. Install the console assembly.
10. Install the upper console attaching screws behind the cupholder. Tighten the screws securely (Figure 11). Close the cupholder.
11. Install the two (2) lower console attaching screws (Figure 11). Tighten the screws securely.
12. Disconnect the glove box door check straps and allow the door to open fully.
13. Working through the glove box opening, remove the four (4) screws that attach the passenger airbag module to the I/P bracket (Figure 13).
14. Using a large flat-tipped screwdriver, pry the module up to unsnap the door from the trim pad and lift it away from the snaps (Figure 14).
15. Hold the passenger airbag module door and raise the module from the opening. DO NOT disconnect the airbag module electrical connectors.
16. Inspect the I/P wiring harness just behind the passenger airbag connectors (Figure 15). Any chafed or cut wires should be repaired per the Wiring Repair.
17. Install a mastic patch on the edge of the passenger airbag module near the electrical connectors (Figure 15).
18. Inspect the passenger airbag module takeout on the I/P wiring harness near the vertical support bracket attached to the lip support tube (Figure 16). Any chafed or cut wires should be repaired per the Wiring Repair Procedure.
19. Install a mastic patch on the bottom edge of the support bracket just below the existing plastic edge cover (Figure 16).
20. Install the passenger airbag module into the I/P. Tighten the module attaching screws to 50 in-lbs (6 Nm)
21. Connect the glove box door check straps and then close the glove box door.
22. ^ If any other airbag system diagnostic trouble codes were detected and must still be repaired, continue with the appropriate section of the Service Procedure to correct that issue.
^ If no other diagnostic trouble codes require correction, continue with Step 23.
23. Install the lower steering column cover (Figure 1).
24. Connect the parking hand brake linkage (Figure 1).
25. Connect the liftgate release switch electrical connector (Figure 1).
26. Tighten the lower steering column cover screws securely.
27. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and exit the vehicle.
28. Connect the negative battery terminal.
29. From outside the vehicle, turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for about 10 seconds and then back to the ON position.
30. Observe the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. It should illuminate for 6-8 seconds and then go out.
NOTE:
If the airbag warning light fails to light or lights and stays on, there is a system malfunction. Refer to the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures manual to diagnose and repair the problem.