Removing driver's airbag (SRS)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Turned A 1/4 Turn To Access Two Holes On Back

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Switch on the ignition so that the steering wheel can be turned to the correct position.

Turn the steering wheel a 1/4 turn so that the two holes on the rear of the steering wheel are accessible.

Fig 2: Identifying Screwdriver Inserted In Back Of Steering Wheel & Locating End Of Locking Spring

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Insert a screwdriver in the holes on the rear at right angles to the reverse of the steering wheel.

Place the screwdriver point against the top of the spring clip as shown in the illustration.

Pry the screwdriver up against the upper edge of the hole (2) so that the point of the screwdriver presses down the catch (1) until the catch releases.

Turn the steering wheel a 1/2 turn in the opposite direction. Repeat the process on the other side.

Turn the steering wheel to the neutral position.

Fold out the airbag.

Fig 3: Connectors For Airbag

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Disconnect the 2 connectors (1) (there may be more or less) for the SRS ignition cables for the airbag.

Remove the airbag.