Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Handling the passenger-side air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module. Refer to AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS .) Refer to AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS .)

Switch the ignition off.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more. Refer to NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the glove compartment. Refer to GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the cap.

Fig 1: Identifying Passenger-Side Air Bag Module And Caps
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Using a flathead screwdriver, lift the locking device carefully, however do not remove it.

Fig 2: Lifting Locking Device Using Flathead Screwdriver
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Disconnect the passenger-side air bag module connector.
Remove the screws.

Fig 3: Identifying Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Screw
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Remove the nuts.

Fig 4: Identifying Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Bracket And Nuts
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Remove the brackets.
Move the passenger-side air bag module in the direction of arrow (2) shown in the figure and detach guide B from the dashboard while spreading the dashboard in the direction of arrow (1).

Fig 5: Detaching Guide B From Dashboard
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Move the passenger-side air bag module in the direction of the arrow (3) and detach guides A from the dashboard.

Fig 6: Detaching Guides A From Dashboard
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Move the passenger-side air bag module in the direction of the arrow (4), and remove the passenger-side air bag module.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
Verify that the air bag/seat belt pre-tensioner system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and turns off.
- If the air bag/seat belt pre-tensioner system warning light does not operate, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system. Refer to FLOWCHART [SAS CONTROL MODULE (TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM)] .)