Disabling & Activating Air Bag System
WARNING:
SIR SDM retains back-up voltage for about 10 minutes after disabling SIR system. Wait minimum of 10 minutes after disabling SIR before servicing steering column components. Servicing steering column components before 10 minute period may cause accidental deployment of air bag and possible personal injury.
- Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . Turn steering wheel so wheels are pointing straight ahead. To disable air bag system, turn ignition to OFF position and remove key. Remove IGN1 mini-fuse from under-hood fuse block. Remove lower left I/P closeout panel. Push out clips securing driver and passenger air bag module Yellow connectors to I/P panel brace. Disconnect driver and passenger Yellow connectors. Wait at least 10 minutes before working on vehicle.
- Turn steering wheel so wheels are pointing straight ahead. To activate air bag system, turn ignition to OFF position, and remove key. Connect driver and passenger Yellow connectors to I/P panel brace. Install IGN1 mini-fuse in under-hood fuse block. Turn ignition to ON position, and verify air bag warning indicator light works properly. Install lower left I/P closeout panel.