Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
REMOVALWARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing, adjusting or striking components near the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
The side air bag sensors are located at or near the base of the B-pillar.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage can result.
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.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
2. Remove the scuff plate.
3. Remove the kick panel.
4. Open the glove compartment past its stop.
5. Remove the glove compartment.
1 Remove the three screws.
2 Remove the glove compartment.
6. Disconnect the Restraint Control Module (RCM) electrical connector.
1 Disengage the RCM electrical connector locking clip.
2 Disconnect the RCM electrical connector.
7. Remove the RCM with bracket.
1 Remove the four retaining bolts.
2 Remove the RCM with bracket.
NOTE: Upper RCM bracket retaining screws are accessed through the glove compartment opening.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: The tightening torque of the air bag restraint control module retaining bolts is critical for proper system operation.
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.
1. Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
2. Prove out the air bag system.