Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Replacement (Drivers Side)

Fig 1: Instrument Panel Lower Airbag

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Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning . WARNING: Refer to SIR Warning . Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the hood primary latch release cable. Refer to Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement .
1	Instrument Panel Inflatable Restraint Module Fastener (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 9 N.m (80 lb in)
2	Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Lower Module Fastener (Qty: 2)
3	Instrument Panel Lower Airbag Assembly Procedure Ensure that the instrument panel inflatable restraint module is fully deployed before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping . Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .