Airbag Connector, Replacing: Removing

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WARNING:

Follow all safety precautions when working on pyrotechnic components. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PYROTECHNIC COMPONENTS .

-- Remove the driver side airbag. Refer to AIRBAG UNIT WITH IGNITER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

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WARNING:

Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, disconnecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker pin, for example.

-- Release the retaining tab and disconnect the connector -1-.

-- Disconnect the connectors -2- for the airbag igniter.

NOTE:

-Item 2- depending on vehicle equipment with one or two connectors.

-- To do so, release the connector lock -2- with a small screwdriver in direction of -arrow- and disconnect the connector -1-.

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-- Disengage and remove the wiring harness on the brackets.