Chevrolet Impala and Monte Carlo

1. Remove the cover from the electrical center on the left side end of the instrument panel.

2. Remove the "SRS" fuse.

3. On IMPALA models, using tool J-44298 release the spring clips on the rear side of the DRIVER's air bag that attach it to the steering wheel.

On MONTE CARLO models:


^ With the front wheels facing straight ahead, turn the steering wheel 90 degrees (1/4 turn) to the left so that the right spoke is now facing upwards. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver through the hole in the rear side of the upwards facing spoke, move the spring clip in a DOWNWARDS direction while pulling that corner of the air bag away from the steering wheel.

^ Continue turning the steering wheel another 90 degrees (1/4 turn) so that the bottom spoke is now facing upwards. At this point the steering wheel is upside down. Again using a flat-bladed screwdriver through the hole in the rear side of the upwards facing spoke, move the spring clip towards the CENTER of the vehicle while pulling that corner of the air bag away from the steering wheel.

^ Turn the steering wheel back until the left spoke is facing upwards. Once again using a flat-bladed screwdriver through the hole in the rear side of the upwards facing spoke, move the spring clip in an UPWARDS direction while pulling that corner of the air bag away from the steering wheel.

4. Disconnect the two air bag electrical connectors and the one horn electrical connector.

5. Remove the air bag.

IMPORTANT:
The complete 14 character bar code found on the rear side of the air bag in the next step must be recorded on the Repair Order in order for the claim to be paid.

6. Record on the Repair Order the 14 character bar code number found on the label on the rear side of the air bag.

7. Compare the last five characters of the bar code with those in the appropriate list included in the bulletin. Please note that the lists are broken down by vehicle name and interior color.

^ If the last five (5) characters of the bar code ARE found in the appropriate list, proceed to the next step and install a NEW air bag. See the "Parts Information" section in this bulletin for important information on how to obtain a new air bag.

^ If the last five (5) characters of the bar code are NOT in the appropriate list, proceed to the next step and reinstall the air bag. Do NOT install a new air bag if the bar code number is NOT on the list.

8. Connect the two air bag electrical connectors and the horn electrical connector to the air bag.

9. Route the wiring harness as necessary and position the air bag to the steering wheel.

10. Press the air bag to the steering wheel to engage the spring clips.

11. Install the "SRS" fuse.

12. Install the cover over the electrical center on the left side end of the instrument panel.

13. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position and verify that the "AIR BAG" indicator flashes seven (7) times and goes out.

14. Open the hood, install the GM Recall Identification Label and close the hood.

15. If a NEW air bag was installed, place the old air bag in the box that the new air bag came in, tape it shut and mark the box as follows:

"DO NOT DEPLOY" -- "FOR FURTHER INFORMATION REFER TO RECALL BULLETIN # 02032"

To arrange for return of air bag modules removed from vehicles involved in this recall ONLY contact Autoliv via telephone at US (800)-503-0967, CAN./MEX./IPC 1-248-375-6567. An Autoliv representative will make arrangements to pick up and safely dispose of the modules.

Removed modules should be stored in an area with limited access.