Removal

Driver Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable:

REMOVAL

CAUTION:
^ Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait for at least 3 minutes.
^ Always work from the side of an air bag module.

Driver Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:

1. Remove lower lid from steering wheel, and disconnect driver air bag module connector.

Driver Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:

2. Remove side lids. Using the TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size T50), remove left and right special bolts. Driver air bag module can then be removed.

Driver Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:

CAUTION:
^ Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
^ Do not attempt to disassemble air bag module.
^ The special bolts are coated with bonding agent. Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new coated bolts.

Driver Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:

^ Do not drop or impact air bag module. If any portion is deformed or cracked, replace the module.
^ Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
^ Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the air bag module.

Driver Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:

3. Set steering wheel in the neutral position.
4. Disconnect horn connector and remove steering wheel nut.
5. Using steering wheel puller, remove steering wheel. Be careful not to over-tighten puller bolt on steering wheel.

CAUTION: Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.

6. Remove driver side instrument lower panel.
7. Remove steering column covers.
8. Disconnect spiral cable and driver air bag harness connectors.

Driver Air Bag Module And Spiral Cable - Removal:

9. Remove the four spiral cable retaining screws. The spiral cable can then be removed.

CAUTION:
^ Do not attempt to disassemble spiral cable.
^ Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.