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WARNING: Dispose of knee air bag module only according to the specified procedure (Refer to AIR BAG MODULE AND SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER DISPOSAL PROCEDURES ).

When installing the new knee air bag module, refer to "INSPECTION ".
Connect the negative (-) battery cable.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
Check DTCs using scan tool MB991958 to ensure entire SRS operates properly.
At this time, check that no DTC except B1B12 is set.

WARNING: Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work (Refer to SERVICE PRECAUTIONS ).

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.

Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector
Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and air bag deployment.