Driver Airbag: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps required for correct restraint system operation during a crash. Follow all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step instructions may result in incorrect operation of the restraint system and increases the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
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Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering .
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At the side of the steering wheel cover, locate the hole and insert a 3 mm (0.125 inch) Allen key.
- 3.NOTE: The driver airbag has been removed for clarity.
Contact the Allen key to the spring clip.
- The guide will self align the Allen key to the spring clip.
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Push in on the steering wheel spring clip to release the driver airbag retainer.
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Pull the driver airbag out and separate it from the steering wheel.
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At the side of the steering wheel cover, locate the hole and insert a 3 mm (0.125 inch) Allen key.
- 6.NOTE: The driver airbag has been removed for clarity.
Angle the inserted end of the Allen key up and toward the front of the vehicle for ideal contact with the spring clip.
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Push in on the steering wheel spring clip to release the driver airbag retainer.
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Pull the driver airbag out and separate it from the steering wheel.
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