Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair

Removal

WARNING: TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY, THE BACKUP POWER SUPPLY MUST BE DEPLETED BEFORE REPAIRING OR REPLACING ANY AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) COMPONENTS. TO DEPLETE THE BACKUP POWER SUPPLY ENERGY, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY GROUND CABLE AND WAIT ONE MINUTE. BE SURE TO DISCONNECT AUXILIARY BATTERIES AND POWER SUPPLIES (IF EQUIPPED).

CAUTION: Electronic modules are sensitive to static electrical charges. If exposed to these charges, damage can result.

NOTE: The safing sensor is internal to the air bag Electronic Crash Sensor (ECS) module and is not replaced separately.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable(s).
2. Remove the RH cowl side trim panel.




3. Disconnect the air bag electronic crash sensor (ECS) module electrical connector.
1. Disconnect the ECS electrical connector locking clip.
2. Disconnect the ECS electrical connector.




4. Remove the air bag electronic crash sensor (ECS) module.
1. Remove the ECS module retaining bolts.
2. Remove the ECS module.

Installation




Follow the Removal procedure in reverse order.