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Removal & Installation

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  1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . RCM is located on center tunnel, under instrument panel. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
  2. Remove retaining clips and RCM cover. Disengage RCM electrical connector locking clip and disconnect electrical connector. Remove RCM retaining bolts and RCM.
  3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Connect negative battery cable. With air bag simulators installed at all deployable devices, perform system operation check. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.