Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair

SAS unit Handling

Disconnecting the SAS unit connector or removing the SAS unit with the ignition switch at ON can cause the air bag to deploy, which may seriously injure you. Before disconnecting the SAS unit connector or removing the SAS unit, turn the ignition switch to LOCK.

Connecting the SAS unit connector before installing the SAS unit is dangerous. The shock of installation can cause the air bag to deploy, which may seriously injure you. Before connecting the SAS unit connector, firmly mount the SAS unit to the vehicle.

GENERAL PROCEDURES

Before Servicing

1. Deactivate the audio antitheft system, if installed.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than one minute to allow the backup power supply to deplete its stored power.
3. Remove the drive-side lower panel.

4. Disconnect the orange and blue clock spring connectors.
5. Remove the glove compartment and undercover on the passenger's side.

6. Disconnect the orange and blue passenger-side air bag module connectors.

SAS UNIT

Removal / Installation

1. Carry out the "Before Servicing" procedure under GENERAL PROCEDURES.
2. Remove the heater unit.

3. Remove in the order shown in the figure.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal, referring to Installation note.

5. Follow the troubleshooting flowchart to verify that the air bag system is operating normally.

Installation Note:

Tighten the nuts in the order shown in the figure.
Tightening torque:
6.87-9.80 N.m (70 - 100 kgf.cm, 60.8 - 86.7 in.lbf)

SAS unit and bracket

1. If the bracket mounting area is damaged, repair the area to its original shape.

2. Position the SAS unit and bracket with the arrow on the SAS unit facing toward the front of vehicle. Install them then tighten the bolts and nuts to the specified torque.

After Servicing

1. Connect the negative battery cable.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

3. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for
4-8 seconds and then goes off.