Driver Air Bag Module

Driver Air Bag Module

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Removal

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when repairing an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) vehicle and when handling an air bag module.

WARNING: Carry a live air bag module with the air bag and trim cover pointed away from your body. This will reduce the risk of injury in the event of an accidental deployment.

WARNING: Do not set a live air bag module down with the trim cover face down.

WARNING: After deployment, the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generant combustion that is irritating to the skin. Wash your hands with soap and water afterwards.

WARNING: Never probe the connectors on the air bag module. Doing so can result in air bag deployment, which can result in personal injury.

WARNING: Air bag modules with discolored or damaged trim covers must be replaced, not repainted.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, do not use any memory saver devices.

NOTE: The air bag warning lamp illuminates when the ECS module fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.

NOTE: Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.

NOTE: The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.

1. Depower the system. For additional information, Service and Repair

2. NOTE: Make sure the wheels (1007) are in the straight-ahead position.

Remove the driver air bag module.
1. Remove the two steering wheel back cover plugs.
2. Remove the two driver air bag module bolts.
3. Disconnect the horn electrical connector.
4. Disconnect the driver air bag module electrical connector.
5. Remove the driver air bag module.






Installation

1. Install the driver air bag module.
1. Connect the horn electrical connector.
2. Connect the driver air bag module electrical connector.
3. Position the driver air bag module into the steering wheel.
4. Install the two bolts.
5. Install the two steering wheel back cover plugs.






2. Repower the system. For additional information, Service and Repair