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Removal and Installation: Removal

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  1. Remove the side lids.
  2. Remove the right and left side TORX bolts (T30).
    Fig 1: Identifying Torx Bolts
    G00469357Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Lift up the driver air bag module.
  4. Disconnect the air bag harness connector, and remove the driver air bag module.
    NOTE:
    • For installing/removing driver air bag module connector, insert thin screwdriver wrapped in tape into notch, lift lock and remove connector.
    • Install connector with lock raised, and push lock into connector.
    • After installing the connector, make sure that the lock is pushed securely into it.
    Fig 2: Identifying Steering Wheel Switch Sub-Harness Connector
    G04877007Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    CAUTION:
    • Always place driver air bag module with pad side facing upward.
    • Fig 3: Identifying Driver Air Bag Module With Pad Side Facing Upward
      G05220722Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into driver air bag module.
    • Do not disassemble driver air bag module.
    • Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
    • Do not expose the driver air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
    • Fig 4: Precaution For Handling Air Bag Module
      G04877009Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • Replace driver air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
    • Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the driver air bag module.