Disabling Air Bag System (RSX)
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- Obtain radio anti-theft code from vehicle owner and write down preset radio frequencies. Ensure ignition is OFF. Disconnect negative battery cable and WAIT at least 3 minutes.
- Remove access panel from under steering wheel. Disconnect 4-pin connector between driver's air bag module and cable reel. See Figure and Figure .
- Remove glove box. Disconnect 4-pin connector between passenger's air bag module and SRS main harness. See Figure.
- Disconnect side air bag module 2-pin connectors for driver's and passenger's side impact air bag modules. On driver's side, connector is near front, lower left corner under seat. On passenger's side, connector is near front, lower right corner under seat. See Figure.
- Slide front seats fully forward. Remove left and right "B" pillar lower trim panels. Disconnect 2-pin connector between both front seat belt pretensioners and SRS main harness. See Figure.
- Disconnect 2-pin connector between both front seat belt buckle tensioners and SRS main harness. Connectors are near front, center of seat. See Figure.