Driver's Airbag Replacement: Installation

NOTE: If replacing a deployed driver's airbag, inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any damage, replace the cable reel (see CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT ).

Place the driver's airbag (A) in the steering wheel, and secure it with new TORX bolts (B), using a TORX T30 bit.
NOTE: Make sure the clearance (C) between the steering wheel and horn pad is the specified value.

Fig 1: Driver's Airbag And TORX Bolts With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Connect the driver's airbag inflator 4P connector (A) and horn switch 1P connector (B), then install the access panel (C) on the steering wheel.

Fig 2: Identifying Driver's Airbag Inflator 4P Connector, Horn Switch 1P Connector And Access Panel
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).
Clear any DTCs with the HDS (see HOW TO CLEAR DTCS ).
After installing the driver's airbag, confirm proper system operation:
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
- Make sure the horn work properly.