Airbag Unit With Igniter, Removing And Installing, Bolted Airbag Version: Installing
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
- 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 the driver airbag in the steering wheel.
-- Install the 2 bolts -arrow- for securing the driver airbag approximately 2 turns.
-- Press horn about 3 times to achieve even gap dimension.
-- Do not touch the airbag anymore.
-- Tighten screws -arrow-.
-- Press cover cap into cut-out on steering wheel.
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.
-- Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition turned on. Refer to BATTERY .
-- Check and erase the airbag control module DTC memory -J234- so that entries can be stored when the connectors are disconnected. Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.