System Deactivation Procedures

1. Disconnect positive battery cable.
2. Wait one minute. This is the time required for backup power supply in diagnostic monitor to deplete its stored energy.





3. Remove four nut and washer assemblies retaining driver air bag module to steering wheel. Disconnect driver air bag connector.





4. Connect air bag simulator to vehicle harness at top of steering wheel.
5. Connect positive battery cable.

NOTE: On vehicles equipped with EEC, when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the EEC processor relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the strategy.