Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
WARNING:
The Diagnostic Energy Reserve Module (DERM) maintains sufficient voltage to cause an air bag deployment for up to 2 minutes. The Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM) maintains sufficient voltage to cause an air bag deployment for up to 15 seconds.
- Turn steering wheel to straight-ahead position. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position and remove key. Remove AIR BAG fuse (10-amp) from interior fuse block. Wait at least 5 minutes.
- Remove driver's side sound insulator. Pull Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip out and disconnect Yellow 2-way connector at base of steering column.
- To activate air bag system, reconnect Yellow 2-way connector. Reinstall AIR BAG fuse. Turn ignition on. Ensure AIR BAG warning light flashes 7 times, then turns off.