Connector Disconnection / Connection
Disconnecting System ConnectorsBefore removing a front airbag or other SRS related devices (the SRS unit, the cable reel and the seat belt tensioner connector), disconnecting connectors from related devices, or removing the dashboard or the steering column, disconnect the airbag connectors and seat belt tensioner connectors to prevent accidental deployment
Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the negative cable from the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before beginning the following procedures.
- Before disconnecting the SRS unit 18P connector (A) from the SRS unit, disconnect both airbag 2P connectors (C, D) and both seat belt tensioner 2P connectors (F, H).
- Before disconnecting the cable reel 2P connector (B), disconnect the driver's airbag 2P connector (C).
- Before disconnecting the left side wire harness 2P connector (E), disconnect the driver's seat belt tensioner 2P connector (F).
- Before disconnecting the right side wire harness 2P connector (G), disconnect the front passenger's seat belt tensioner 2P connector (H).
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait at least 3 minutes.
Driver's Airbag
2. Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then disconnect the driver's airbag 2P connector (A) and cable reel 2P connector (B).
Front Passenger's Airbag
3. Remove the glove box, then disconnect the front passenger's airbag 2P connector (A) and SRS main harness 2P connector (B).
Seat Belt Tensioner
4. Remove the center pillar lower trim panel, then disconnect the seat belt tensioner 2P connector (A) and side wire harness 2P connector (B).