Disabling System (Saturn, L Series)
- Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . Turn front wheels to straight-ahead position. Turn ignition off and remove key. Remove IGN1 mini-fuse from underhood fuse block. Remove lower left instrument panel closeout panel.
- Push out clips that secure Yellow 2-pin air bag connectors to instrument panel brace. See Figure. Disconnect both Yellow 2-pin connectors.
- If vehicle is equipped with curtain (head) air bags, remove right rear seat shoulder belt cover. See Figure. Remove fastener and shoulder belt. Fold down rear seat back.
- Route right rear shoulder belt out of C pillar access slot. Remove right rear C pillar trim panel by pulling gently at C pillar clip locations. Remove right rear C pillar trim panel. Repeat procedure on left rear C pillar trim panel. Disconnect left and right side curtain air bag Yellow 2-pin connectors. See Figure.