Driver Side

WARNING: Store a removed airbag with the pad surface up. If the airbag is improperly stored face down, accidental deployment could propel the unit with enough force to cause serious injury.

CAUTION:
- Do not install used SRS parts from another vehicle. When repairing, use only new SRS parts.
- Carefully inspect the airbag before you install it. Do not install an airbag that shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.
- Always disconnect the airbag connector(s) when the harness is disconnected.
- Do not disassemble or tamper with the airbag.

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable from the battery, and wait at least three minutes.




3. Disconnect the airbag connector(s):
- Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then disconnect the 2P connector between the driver's airbag and cable reel.

NOTE: When disconnected, the airbag connector is automatically shorted.




4. Remove the airbag(s):
- Remove the two Torx bolts using a Torx T30 bit, then remove the driver's airbag.

NOTE: The lid of the airbag has pawls on its side which attach it to the dashboard.

CAUTION: Be sure to install the SRS wiring so that it is not pinched or interfering with other parts.




5. Install new airbag(s):
- Place the driver's airbag in the steering wheel, and secure it with new Torx bolts.




6. Reconnect the airbag connector(s):
- Connect the driver's airbag 2P connector to the cable reel 2P connector, then install the access panel on the steering wheel.

7. Reconnect the battery positive cable, then connect the negative cable.
8. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation:
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about six seconds and then go off.
- Make sure horn button works.
- Take a test drive, and make sure the cruise control switches work.

9. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.