Inflator Module - Replacement

INFLATOR MODULE REPLACEMENT







WARNING: When performing service on or around Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) components or wiring, follow the procedures listed below to temporarily disable the SIR system. Failure to follow procedures could result in possible air bag deployment, personal injury, or otherwise unneeded SIR system repairs.

REMOVAL

1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Negative battery cable.
3. Turn steering wheel 90 degrees to access rear shroud holes to inflator module.
4. Insert screw driver and push leaf spring to release pin.
5. Turn steering wheel 180 degrees to access remaining rear shroud holes.
6. Insert screw driver and push leaf spring to release pin.
7. Inflator module (tilt rearward from the top to access SIR wiring).
8. SIR lead wire from clip on inflator module.
9. SIR lead wire from clip on steering wheel.
10. Connector Position Assurance (CPA) and retainer from the inflator module.

WARNING: When carrying a live inflator module, make sure the bag opening is pointed away from you. In case of accidental deployment, the bag will then deploy with a minimal chance of personal injury. Never carry the inflator module by the wires or connectors on the underside of the module. When placing a alive inflator module on a bench or other surface, always face the bag and trim cover up, away from the surface. This is necessary so that a tree apace la provided to allow the air bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment. Never rest a steering column assembly on the steering wheel with the inflator module face down and the column vertical. Otherwise, personal injury may result.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the proper location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion Inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. SIR Connector Position Assurance (CPA) and retainer to the inflator module.
2. SIR lead wire to clip on steering wheel.
3. SIR lead wire to clip on inflator module.
4. Inflator module by pressing it firmly into steering wheel enough to engage and latch all four notched pins in the leaf spring. Do not pinch the wires.
5. Negative battery cable.
6. Enable the SIR system.