Front Passenger Airbag Assembly: Removal

NOTE:

If the wiring connector of the SRS is disconnected and the ignition switch is in ON position, DTCs will be recorded.
Never use the airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new parts.

DISCONNECT AIRBAG CONNECTOR
1. Remove the glove compartment door.
  NOTE: When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.
2. Disconnect the airbag connector.
Fig 1: Disconnecting Airbag Connector
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REMOVE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY
1. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the hood release lever.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Bolts And Hood Release Lever
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2. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the passenger airbag manual on-off switch.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Passenger Airbag Bolts
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3. Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and front passenger airbag assembly.
CAUTION:
- Do not store the front passenger airbag assembly with the airbag deployment side facing downward.
- Never disassemble the front passenger airbag assembly.
NOTE: When removing the front passenger airbag assembly, take care not to damage the wire harness.

Fig 4: Identifying Front Passenger Airbag Assembly Bolts
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