Complete System Deactivation
WARNING:
Back-up power supply will hold a deployment charge for approximately one minute after positive battery cable is disconnected. Always deactivate air bag module before attempting any service procedures.
NOTE:
Complete system deactivation sequence is required for following situations:
- Diagnosis and testing purposes.
- Vehicle was involved in a collision in which air bag DID NOT deploy, and vehicle needs to be driven.
- Air bag system is not functioning properly, and vehicle needs to be driven to repair facility.
- Disconnect negative and then positive battery cables. Wait at least one minute to deplete charge in back-up power supply. Remove nuts and washers that retain air bag module to steering wheel. Remove air bag module from steering wheel and disconnect connector.
- Connect Air Bag Simulator (105-00010) to clockspring connector. See Fig 1 . Connect positive and negative battery cables. To reactivate air bag system, see COMPLETE SYSTEM REACTIVATION .