Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Zone 1

1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle's wheels are pointing straight ahead.

IMPORTANT: Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zones before disabling the SIR system.

2. Turn OFF the ignition.
3. Remove the key from the ignition.




4. Remove the SIR fuse from the fuse block (1) located in the underhood fuse block.

IMPORTANT: With the SIR fuse removed and the ignition ON, the AIR BAG indicator illuminates. This is normal operation and does not indicate an SIR system malfunction.

5. Remove the grille.
6. Remove sensor bracket from bumper.




7. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) from both (2) electronic frontal sensor (EFS) connectors.

IMPORTANT: This vehicle is equipped with two inflatable restraint electronic frontal sensors (EFS). When performing this procedure be sure to include both EFS's.

8. Disconnect both EFS connectors.