Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
WARNING:
After disabling air bag system, wait about 10 minutes before servicing. Air bag system voltage is maintained for about10 minutes after system is disabled. Servicing system before 10 minutes may cause accidental air bag deployment and possible personal injury.
- To disable air bag, turn ignition switch to OFF position. Disconnect and shield negative battery cable and then positive battery cable. Wait at least 10 minutes before working on or near air bag components.
- To activate system, reconnect positive battery cable and then negative battery cable. Working from side of driver's air bag, turn ignition switch from OFF position to ON position. Observe AIR BAG indicator light to ensure system is functioning properly. AIR BAG indicator light should illuminate for 7 seconds and go out.