Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming: Service and Repair
To disarm air bag/Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), turn ignition Off,then disconnect battery ground cable. Wait at least 10.0 seconds after disconnection prior to performing any service procedures. The SRS is designed to retain enough deployment voltage for a short time even after the battery ground cable has been disconnected. Performing service before the minimum 10.0 second lapse may cause unwanted deployment and possible injury.