Airbag Unit With Igniter, Removing And Installing: Installing
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN WORKING WITH PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS .
- Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.
Make sure the wires do not get caught.
-- Connect the spiral spring electrical connector with the airbag connector coupling on the coil connector with slip ring.
-- Press in harness connector to secure in the pockets on the steering wheel.
-- Position driver airbag in the steering wheel and press on it until it audibly engages.
Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.
When working on vehicles with the ignition already switched on or that are ready to drive there is a danger of the engine starting unexpectedly and of being poisoned by gas in enclosed areas. Risk of body parts and/or clothing being clamped or pulled.
Perform the following before switching on the ignition:
- Move the selector lever into P.
- Activate the parking brake
- Turn off the ignition.
- Open the hood
- Connect the charger, such as the :VAS5095A to the jump start of the 12V vehicle electrical system.
- Turn on the ignition.
-- Connect the battery GND cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to BATTERY .
-- Check and erase the airbag control module Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory so that faults can be stored when the connectors are disconnected. Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.