Removal and Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Nissan Armada. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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 three minutes.
- When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
- Disconnect both the negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
- Remove the side lids (LH/RH) and the bolts.
- Lift the driver air bag module from the steering wheel.
- Disconnect the harness connectors from the air bag and horn, then remove the driver air bag module.
- For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to "SRS COMPONENT CONNECTORS ".
CAUTION:
- When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
- 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).
- 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.