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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
 
 
warning
  • Never attempt to disassemble or repair the air bag modules. If faulty, replace it.
  • Do not drop the air bag modules or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Replace it if a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected.
  • The air bag modules should be stored on a flat surface with the pad cover facing upward. Do not place anything on top of it.
  • Do not expose the air bag modules to temperatures over 93°C (199°F).
  • After the air bag deployment, replace the air bag module with a new one.
  • Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling air bags that have already deployed.
  • Certain components of this vehicle, such as air bag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners, may contain perchlorate materials. Before deployment and/or disposal of these components, review and comply with all applicable Federal, state and local regulations.
  • An undeployed air bag module should only be disposed of in accordance with the procedures (Refer to ).
Pre-removal operation
Turn ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Removal steps
<<A>>1.Negative (-) battery cable
•Glovebox case assembly (Refer to GROUP 52A - Glove Box ).
<<B>>2.Passenger's (front) air bag module connector
•Instrument panel assembly (Refer to GROUP 52A - Instrument Panel Assembly ).
<<C>>3.Passenger's (front) air bag module
Installation steps
>>A<<•Pre-installation inspection
3.Passenger's (front) air bag module
•Instrument panel assembly (Refer to GROUP 52A - Instrument Panel Assembly ).
2.Passenger's (front) air bag module connector
•Glovebox case assembly (Refer to GROUP 52A - Glove Box ).
1.Negative (-) battery cable
>>B<<•Post-installation inspection
 
 
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
 
 
<<A>> NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION
dangerWait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work (Refer to ).
warningBattery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the battery and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and air bag(s) deployment.
 
 
 
<<B>> PASSENGER'S (FRONT) AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL
Use the flat-tipped screwdriver to pull out the locking button of wiring harness side connector, and release the lock.
 
 
 
<<C>> PASSENGER'S (FRONT) AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL
caution
  • Never use an electric tester to diagnose the air bag module circuit. Never attempt to disassemble the air bag module.
  • Be sure to store the removed air bag module in a clean and dry place with a pad surface facing upward.
  • When discarding the air bag module, discard after deploying the air bag as specified in the service procedure (Refer to ).
Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver or similar tool to the location shown in the figure. After disengaging the tabs, remove the passenger's (front) air bag module.
 
 
 
 
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
 
 
>>A<< PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1.
warningDispose of air bag modules only according to the specified procedure (Refer to ).
When installing the new air bag modules, refer to "INSPECTION" (Refer to ).
2. Connect the negative (-) battery cable.
3.
cautionTo prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE), always turn off the power supply mode of the electric motor switch before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE).
Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE) to the data link connector.
4. Turn on the power supply mode of the electric motor switch.
5. Check DTCs using scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE) to ensure entire SRS operates properly.
6.
dangerWait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work (Refer to ).
warningBattery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
Turn off the power supply mode of the electric motor switch. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and air bags deployment.
 
 
>>B<< POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
cautionAfter the maintenance of the SRS air bag and seat belt with pre-tensioner is completed, be sure to delete the DTC and check whether the SRS warning light lights up (Refer to ).
1. Connect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Check that the SRS warning light is illuminated for 6 to 8 seconds, and extinguished afterward.
4. If the light does not extinguish, perform the troubleshooting (Refer to ).