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Driver-Side Air Bag Module: Removal

  1. Before proceeding, See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Leave negative battery cable disconnected.
  2. Remove 2 back cover plugs from rear of steering wheel. Remove 2 bolts retaining air bag module to steering wheel. Disconnect horn switch and air bag electrical connectors. Remove air bag module from vehicle.
  3. Remove air bag simulator from clockspring harness connector. Connect Air Bag Simulator (418-F088-105-R0012) to clockspring side of clockspring-to-air bag connector at top of steering column. Connect negative battery cable. With air bag simulators installed at all deployable devices, perform system operation check. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK . Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.