Driver's Airbag Module: Removal
CAUTION:
Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
- Position the front wheels straight ahead.
- Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
- Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
- Remove the driver's airbag module.
- Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (three locations).
- Disconnect the horn harness and airbag connector, and remove the driver's airbag module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>AIRBAG CONNECTOR>PROCEDURE>DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE AND CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE .
- Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (three locations).
Meaning of pictograms indicated on the label
| (a) | Flammable explosive substance encapsulated parts; be careful of handling. |
| (b) | Indicates that this part is an airbag module. |
| (c) | Before handling, always refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM" in the service information. For the disposal procedures of the airbag modules, refer to "Airbag Module Disposal". |
| (d) | Do not disassemble the airbag module. |