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Driver's Airbag Module

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  1. Check for the following, and replace damaged parts with new parts.
    • Airbag module is cracked or deformed.
    • Harness or connector is cracked, deformed or open. Lead wire is exposed.
    • The module surface is fouled with grease, oil, water or cleaning solvent.
  2. When installing a new driver's airbag module, check the following. If necessary, install a new airbag module and steering wheel.
    • The steering wheel is in the way, making it difficult to install the airbag module.
    • The clearance between the driver's airbag module and steering wheel is not constant.
    • The steering wheel deformation in axial and radial directions exceed limits.

      Specifications: 

      Height deflection A 

      Less than 6 mm (0.24 in) 

      O.D. deflection L 

      Less than 17 mm (0.67 in) 

      Fig 1: Identifying Height Deflection A Of Driver'S Airbag Module
      G03809007Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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