Removal and Installation: Removal
- Remove the side lids (LH/RH).
- Remove the driver air bag module mounting TORX bolt (LH/RH) with TORX bit (A).
- Pull out the driver air bag module assembly.
- Disconnect the driver air bag module harness connector.CAUTION:
- For installing/removing the driver air bag module harness connector, insert thin screwdriver wrapped in tape into notch, lift lock and remove the connector.
- Install the connector with lock raised, and push lock into the connector.
- After installing the connector, check that the lock is pushed securely into it.
- Remove the driver air bag module.
CAUTION:
- Always place the driver air bag module with pad side facing upward.
- Never impact the driver air bag module.
- Replace the driver air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
- Never insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into the driver air bag module.
- Never disassemble the driver air bag module.
- Never expose the driver air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
- Never allow oil, grease, detergent, or water to come in contact with the driver air bag module.