Driver's Airbag Module: Removal
CAUTION:
- Refer to "CAUTION" of General "Description" before handling the airbag system components. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
- Do not allow harness and connectors to interfere or get tangled up with other parts.
- Set the steering wheel to the straight-ahead position.
- Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
- Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
- Remove the driver's airbag module.
- Remove the cap of the cover steering wheel LWR using a flat tip screwdriver or similar tool wrapped with protective tape.
- Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (three locations).
- Disconnect the horn harness and airbag connector, and remove the driver's airbag module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>AIRBAG CONNECTOR>PROCEDURE>KNEE AIRBAG MODULE, CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE, DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE, FRONT SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER & ADAPTIVE FORCE LIMITER (PASSENGER'S SIDE) .
- Remove the cap of the cover steering wheel LWR using a flat tip screwdriver or similar tool wrapped with protective tape.
| Meaning of pictograms indicated on the label | |
| (a) | Flammable explosive substance encapsulated parts; be careful of handling. |
| (b) | Indicates that this part is an airbag module. |
| (c) | Before handling, always refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM" in the service information. |
| For the disposal procedures of the airbag modules, refer to Airbag Module Disposal". | |
| (d) | Do not disassemble the airbag module. |