Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONWARNING:
- Handling the air bag system components improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belts, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag system components.
- Due to the adoption of 2-step deployment control in the passenger-side air bag module, depending on the impact force , it is possible that inflator No. 2 might not deploy. In such cases, before disposing of the air bag module, make sure to follow the inflator deployment procedures and verify complete deployment of inflators No. 1 and 2.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.
3. Remove the glove compartment.
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
7. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and goes out.
- If the air bag system warning light does not operate in the manner described above, there are malfunctions in the system. Inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic.
Connector Removal Note
1. Using a flathead screwdriver, pry out the connector stopper plate.
2. Disconnect the connector.