Driver's Airbag Module: Removal

IMPORTANT: Refer to PRECAUTIONS before handing the airbag module.

Position the front wheels straight ahead. (After moving the vehicle more than 5 m (16 ft) with front wheels positioned straight ahead, make sure that the vehicle moves straight ahead).

Turn the ignition switch to OFF.

Disconnect the ground cable from battery, and wait for at least 20 seconds before starting work.

Using the TORX(R) BIT T30, remove the two TORX(R) bolts on side of steering wheel.

Fig 1: Removing Torx(R) Bolts On Side Of Steering Wheel

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TORX(R) BIT T30

Disconnect the horn harness.

Disconnect the airbag connector on the back of airbag module, and then remove the airbag module.

Fig 2: Locating Airbag Connector On Back Of Airbag Module

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Refer to PRECAUTIONS before handing the airbag module.