Disabling System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Saturn SL2, 2002 Saturn SL1, 2002 Saturn SL, 2002 Saturn SC2, and 2002 Saturn SC1. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may result. Read and follow service precautions. See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
NOTE:
When AIR BAG fuse is removed and ignition is on, AIR BAG warning light will be on. This does not indicate a system malfunction.
- Turn steering wheel to place vehicle wheels in straight-ahead position. Turn ignition off. Remove key.
- Remove AIR BAG fuse (10-amp) from instrument panel fuse block, located behind center of dash. Remove screws from passenger-side of instrument panel upper trim panel. See Fig 3. Carefully pull upward on upper trim panel to disengage clips and Velcro fasteners. Ensure that Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is not damaged when removing upper trim panel.
- Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip and disconnect driver-side air bag module Yellow 2-pin connector, located at base of steering column. See Fig 1. Remove CPA clip from passenger-side air bag module Yellow 2-pin connector and disconnect connector. See Fig 2. Remove CPA clips from driver and passenger head impact air bag module connectors and disconnect connectors.