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Removal and Installation: Removal

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WARNING: When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
CAUTION:
  • Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect SRS component connectors. If a driver air bag direct-connect harness connector is damaged, the spiral cable must be replaced.
  • Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
  1. Disconnect negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
  2. Remove the bolt covers.
  3. Remove the driver air bag module bolts RH/LH.
  4. Lift the driver air bag module from steering wheel, then disconnect the harness connectors.
  5. Remove driver air bag module from steering wheel.
CAUTION:
  • Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
  • Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air bag module or harness connectors.
  • Do not disassemble air bag module.
  • Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
  • Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
    Fig 1: Placing Air Bag Module With Pad Side Facing Upward
    G04906960Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  • Replace the air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
  • Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the air bag module.
Fig 2: Precaution For Handling Air Bag Module
G04877009Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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