DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]

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Warning

•  Handling the driver-side air bag module improperly can activate (deploy) the air bag module unexpectedly, which may seriously injure you. Read the SRS air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the driver-side air bag module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM].) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM].)

Note

•  The SRS air bag system can be identified by whether or not the seat track position sensor is present.

―  Standard deployment control system: Without seat track position sensor

―  Two-step deployment control system: With seat track position sensor

•  The driver-side air bag module is engaged by the pins of the driver-side air bag module and the snap springs of the steering wheel.

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1.  Switch the ignition OFF.

2.  Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait for 1 min or more. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION.)

3.  Insert the tool into the service hole as shown in the figure.

Note

•  Recommended tool

―  HEX driver (diam. 6)

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Caution

•  When the driver-side air bag module is released, it may drop and be damaged. Hold the driver-side air bag module when releasing it.

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4.  Move the tool in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure and push the snap spring in the direction of arrow (2) to detach the pin from the snap spring.

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5.  Pull out the stopper plate of the air bag module connector using a flathead screwdriver.

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6.  Disconnect the air bag module connector.

7.  Disconnect the horn switch connector.

8.  Remove the driver-side air bag module.