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Diagnostics Disabling Procedure (Seats Removed)

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This procedure should only be used when performing air bag system diagnostics or repairs.

  1. Record pre-set radio frequencies for reprogramming, if equipped. Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
  2. Remove steering wheel access cover. Disconnect driver-side air bag module connector. Install Air Bag Simulator (418-F468) to clockspring side of clockspring electrical connector, located at top of steering column (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR  .
  3. Open glove box past its stops. Through glove box opening, disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector. Connect Air Bag Simulator (418-F468) to passenger-side air bag vehicle harness connector (in place of air bag). Remove front seats. See FRONT SEAT  .
  4. On models equipped with side air bags, install Air Bag Simulators (418-F470) on harness side of right and left-side air bag module harness connectors. On all models, disconnect pretensioner electrical connector. Install Air Bag Simulator (418-F468) to harness side of pretensioner electrical connector. Repeat procedure for right-side pretensioner. Reconnect negative battery cable.
WARNING: Unintentional air bag module deployment is possible. Personal injury may result. The following general deactivation procedure should not be used when performing air bag diagnostics or repairs. See COMPONENT REPLACEMENT DISABLING PROCEDURE  or DIAGNOSTICS ACTIVATING PROCEDURE  .
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