Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Deactivation and Reactivation: Reactivation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, read and follow all warnings, cautions, and notes at the beginning of the deactivation procedure.

Disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute.
Remove the restraint system diagnostic tool from the vehicle harness side of the passenger air bag module electrical connector.

Fig 1: Removing Restraint System Diagnostic Tool From Passenger Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
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Connect the passenger air bag module electrical connector.

Fig 2: Connecting Passenger Air Bag Module Electrical Connector
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Close the glove compartment door.
Remove the restraint system diagnostic tool from the vehicle harness side of the clockspring electrical connector.

Fig 3: Removing Restraint System Diagnostic Tool From Clockspring Electrical Connector
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Connect the clockspring electrical connector at the base of the steering column.

Fig 4: Connecting Clockspring Electrical Connector At Base Of Steering Column
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Position the steering column opening finish panel reinforcement. Install the bolts.

Fig 5: Positioning Steering Column Opening Finish Panel Reinforcement
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Install the lower steering column opening finish panel.
1. Align the lower steering column opening finish panel and push in, seating the retaining clips.
2. Install the screws.
3. Position the hood release handle. Install the screws.
  
  Fig 6: Installing Lower Steering Column Opening Finish Panel
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Connect the battery ground cable.

WARNING: The restraint system diagnostic tool is for restraint system service only. Remove from vehicle prior to road use. Failure to remove could result in injury and possible violation of vehicle safety standards.

With all the restraint system diagnostic tools removed, prove out the supplemental restraint system (SRS). For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .