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Airbag Control Module: Removal

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CAUTION:
  • Do not disassemble the airbag control module.
  • If the airbag control module is deformed or if there is any trace of water on the module, replace the airbag control module with a new one.
  • Do not drop the airbag control module.
  • After removal, keep the airbag control module on a dry, clean surface away from moisture, heat and dust.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
    CAUTION: Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work.
    NOTE: On CVT models, shift the select lever into "N" before disconnecting the battery ground cable.
  2. Release the claws, and then remove the boot - hand brake.
    Fig 1: Identifying Hand Brake Boot Claws
    G09483603Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Release the clips, and remove the ornament panel - console.
    Fig 2: Removing Console Ornament Panel Clips
    G09483604Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: Removal is easier if you grab the arrow sections from right and left and pull them at the same time.
  4. Remove the cover - shift lever.
    1. Remove the shift knob. (MT model)
    2. Release the clips and claws, then pull up the cover - shift lever.
      Fig 3: Removing Shift Knob
      G09483605Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Release the claws, and remove the tray assembly - CTR LWR.
    Fig 4: Identifying Tray Assembly Claws
    G09483942Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Remove the console box assembly.
    1. Move the seat forward, and remove the bolts after detaching the left and right caps.
    2. Remove the bolts and clips, disconnect the harness connector and remove the console box assembly.
      Fig 5: Locating Console Box Assembly Bolts
      G09483606Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. On manual A/C models, disconnect the control cables from both sides of the heater & cooling unit.
    Fig 6: Locating Heater And Cooling Unit Control Cables
    G09483770Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the panel center assembly.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not put your finger on the fin of the air vent grille. Doing so may damage the fin.
    • Pull the panel center assembly slowly. Pulling with excessive force may damage the connector.
    1. Insert a plastic remover to the three areas shown by the arrows, and slightly lift up the panel center assembly.
    2. With the panel center assembly lifted up slightly, release the claw by using a clip remover wrapped with protective tape.
    3. Release the rest of the claws, and pull out the panel center assembly.
    4. Disconnect the connectors, and remove the panel center assembly.
      Fig 7: Removing Center Panel Assembly
      G09483771Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the airbag control module.
    1. Disconnect the connector from airbag control module. < Ref. to AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE , PROCEDURE, Airbag Connector. >
    2. Remove the bolt and nuts and remove the airbag control module.
      Fig 8: Removing Airbag Control Module
      G09484002Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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