Removal Of Steering Wheel Air Bag Module

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Air Bag Module And Connector

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Loosen the connector and lift the steering wheel air bag module out.

WARNING:

Never use an ohmmeter or any other charged measuring instrument on a disconnected, undeployed air bag module. There is a risk that the air bag could be deployed

WARNING:

Do not unscrew, repair or move the steering wheel air bag module to another vehicle. How to handle a replacement module see Handling replaced SRS airbags / seat belt tensioners .