Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Infiniti G35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Before servicing SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
Always work from the side of driver air bag module.

Remove the side lids (LH/RH).
Using Tamper resistant TORX bit (T30), remove the TORX bolts (T30) at right and left.

Fig 1: Identifying Torx Bolts (T30)
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Disconnect the steering wheel switch sub-harness connector.
Disconnect the air bag harness connector, and remove the driver air bag module.
CAUTION:
- 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 Air Bag Harness Connector
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CAUTION:
- Always work from the side of driver air bag module.
- Always place driver air bag module with pad side facing upward.
- 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.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Air Bag Module
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- Do not expose the driver air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
- 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 front passenger air bag module.
  
  Fig 4: Precaution For Handling Air Bag Module
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.