Driver's Airbag Module: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag module. < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description.>

Position the front wheels straight ahead. (After moving a vehicle 5 m (16 ft) or more 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 60 seconds before starting work. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
NOTE: For the 12 volt engine restart battery of HEV model, disconnect the ground terminal from 12V engine restart battery sensor.
Remove the driver's airbag module.
1. Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (3 locations).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Driver's Airbag Module
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Disconnect the horn harness and airbag connector, and remove the driver's airbag module. < Ref. to DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE , CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE & PRETENSIONER, PROCEDURE, Airbag Connector.>
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Horn Harness And Airbag Connector
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.