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Driver Air Bag Module: Installation

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    Navigator 

  1. Connect the steering wheel controls electrical connector at the top of the clockspring and remove the driver air bag module.
    2. CAUTION: The clockspring electrical connectors are unique and cannot be reversed when connected to the driver air bag module. Match the electrical connector key to the keyway in the driver air bag module. Do not force the electrical connectors into the driver air bag module.
  2. Connect the 2 driver air bag module electrical connectors and position the driver air bag module to the steering wheel.

    3. Expedition 

  3. Connect the horn switch electrical connector.
    4. CAUTION: The clockspring electrical connectors are unique and cannot be reversed when connected to the driver air bag module. Match the electrical connector key to the keyway in the driver air bag module. Do not force the electrical connectors into the driver air bag module.
  4. Connect the 2 driver air bag module electrical connectors and position the driver air bag module to the steering wheel.

    5. All vehicles 

    NOTE:
    1. Inspect the driver air bag module back surface and steering wheel sides for any loose components or objects. Cycle the plate spring and make sure the horn mechanism functions correctly.
    2. Make sure to tighten the bolts in 2 stages to prevent horn effort concerns.
  5. While holding the driver air bag module in place, keep it still at the center of the steering wheel and install the 2 bolts.
    • Stage 1: Tighten the outboard bolt (nearest the driver door) then the inboard bolt to 5 N.m (44 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten the outboard bolt and then the inboard bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb-in).
    6. CAUTION: If the opening between the driver air bag module trim cover and steering wheel is not uniform, the horn mechanism may not function correctly.
  6. Inspect the opening between the driver air bag module trim cover and the steering wheel. If the opening is not uniform, remove the 2 bolts and carry out the previous step once again.
  7. Install the 2 steering wheel back cover plugs.
  8. Repower the system. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) DEPOWERING AND REPOWERING  .
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