Driver-side AIR Bag Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Prius. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable Toyota Hybrid System (THS) if necessary. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING TOYOTA HYBRID SYSTEM (THS) . Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Install 2 bolts (6 mm X 35 mm) with washers into holes located in rear of air bag module and tighten bolts by hand. DO NOT overtighten bolts. Wrap strong wire at least twice around each bolt. See Fig 1. Ensure no slack is present in wire. If slack is present, or wire is not strong enough, driver-side air bag module may become loose due to shock when air bag deploys.
- Position driver-side air bag module on rim of a scrap tire and wheel assembly with pad side facing upward. See Fig 2. Securely tie air bag module to wheel rim through lug nut holes. Place a large cardboard box (weighted with at least 44 lbs. at sides) or 3 scrap tires on top of air bag module.
- Connect Deployment Tool (09082-00700) to air bag module connector. Position deployment tool at least 33 feet away from air bag module. Connect deployment tool Red clip to positive battery terminal and Black clip to negative battery terminal. Press activation switch to deploy air bag. Because of heat, wait 30 minutes before handling driver-side air bag module. Seal deployed air bag in vinyl bag and dispose of in usual manner.