Disabling System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 GMC Safari and 2000 Chevrolet Astro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
SDM maintains sufficient voltage to cause air bag deployment for up to 10 seconds after ignition switch is turned OFF, battery is disconnected, or fuse powering SDM is removed. In order to begin servicing immediately, inflator modules must be removed from deployment loop.
NOTE:
When SIR fuse is removed and ignition switch is in RUN position, AIR BAG warning light will be on. This does not indicate a system malfunction.
- Turn steering wheel to place vehicle wheels in straight-ahead position. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key.
- Remove AIR BAG fuse (10-amp) from instrument panel fuse block. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip and disconnect driver-side Yellow 2-pin connector at base of steering column. See Fig 1. Remove instrument panel extension. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip and disconnect passenger-side Yellow 2-pin connector located under instrument panel extension. See Fig 2.