Wiring Precautions

Wiring Precautions

- Never attempt to modify,splice or repair SRS wiring.

NOTE: SRS wiring can be identified by special yellow outer protective covering.






- Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other car parts.






- Make sure all SRS ground locations are clean and all ground terminals are tightly fastened for optimum metal-to-metal contact.Poor grounding can cause intermittent problems that are difficult to diagnose.

Connecting the short connectors

CAUTION: Before disconnecting the airbag connector, be sure to completely discharge the capacitor in the back-up circuit (by turning off the ignition switch and allowing three minutes to elapse) to prevent a malfunction of the seat belt pretensioners.

NOTE: The original radio has a coded theft protection circuit. Be sure to get the code number before disconnecting the battery cables.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable.

2. Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then remove the short connector (RED) from the panel.






3. Disconnect the 3-P connector between the driver's airbag and the cable reel, then connect the short connector (RED) to the airbag side of the connector.

4. Connect an SRS short connector A (special tool) to the cable reel side of the connector.






5. Remove the glove box, then disconnect the 3-P connector between the front passenger's airbag and SRS main harness.

6. Connect the short connector (RED) to the airbag side of the connector.






7. Connect another SRS short connector A (special tool) to the SRS main harness 3-P connector.






8. Remove the right quarter trim panel.

9. Remove the short connector (RED) from the short connector holder.






10. Disconnect the seat belt pretensioner 3-P connector, then connect the short connector (RED) to the pretensioner side of the connector.

11. Repeal steps 8, 9, and 10 on the left side.

12. After completing repair work, be sure to remove the short connectors and reconnect all SRS connectors.

Disconnecting the SRS Connector at the Fuse Box

CAUTION: Avoid breaking the connector; it's double-locked.

First lift the connector lid with a thin screwdriver, then press the connector tab down and pull the connector out.






To reinstall the connector, push it into position until it clicks, then close its lid.