Driver Airbag: Removal
Follow all Warnings for airbag component service (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - WARNING) .
CAUTION:
When removing a DEPLOYED airbag, rubber gloves, eye protection and long sleeved shirt should be worn, as there may be deposits on the surface which could irritate the skin and eyes.
- Open deck lid.
- Remove four bolts to battery compartment cover and remove cover.
- Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
- Wait two minutes for the airbag system reserve capacitor to discharge before beginning any airbag system or instrument panel component service.
- Remove two bolts retaining Driver Airbag.
- Lift airbag and disconnect airbag and horn wire connectors.
- Remove Driver Airbag from vehicle.
WARNING:
WHEN REPLACING A DEPLOYED DRIVER AIRBAG, THE CLOCK SPRING MUST ALSO BE REPLACED (Refer to ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCK SPRING - REMOVAL) .