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 accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the 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].)

•  Due to the adoption of 2-step deployment control in the driver-side air bag module, depending on the impact force, it is possible that inflator No.2 might not deploy. In such cases, before disposing of the air bag module, make sure to follow the inflator deployment procedures and verify complete deployment of inflators No.1 and 2.

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 engages with the pins of the driver-side air bag module and the snap springs of the steering wheel.

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Note

•  When removing the driver-side air bag module, it is necessary to rotate the steering wheel. If the ignition has been switched off with the driver's door closed, the steering wheel will be locked. Perform the procedure from Steps 1-3 so that the steering wheel will not be locked.

1.  Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).

2.  Open the driver's door.

3.  Switch the ignition off.

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

5.  Verify the service hole on the back side of the steering wheel shown in the figure.

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6.  Insert the tool into the service hole.

Caution

•  Be careful not to damage the wiring harness inside the steering wheel when inserting the tool. Otherwise, the wiring harness inside the steering wheel could be damaged by the inserted tool.

Recommended tool

•  HEX driver (diam. 6)

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7.  Press the snap springs to disengage them from the pins using the inserted tool.

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Caution

•  Hold the driver-side air bag module when releasing its securement. Otherwise, it may fall off and be damaged.

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8.  Using a flathead screwdriver, lift the locking device carefully, however do not remove it.

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9.  Disconnect the driver-side air bag module connectors.

10.  Disconnect the horn switch connector.

11.  Remove the driver-side air bag module.