Inflatable Restraint Instrument Panel Module Replacement

CAUTION: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:
^ Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
^ Make sure the bag opening points away from you

When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
2. Remove the instrument panel carrier.




3. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module bracket mounting fasteners (lower).
4. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module bracket mounting fasteners (upper).
5. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module bracket assembly from the IP carrier.




6. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module mounting fasteners (3).
7. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module (1) from the bracket (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the inflatable restraint IP module (1) to the bracket (2).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the inflatable restraint IP module mounting fasteners (3).

Tighten
Tighten fasteners to 3.2 N.m (28 lb in).




3. Install the inflatable restraint IP module bracket assembly to the IP carrier.
4. Install the inflatable restraint IP module bracket mounting fasteners (upper).


Tighten
Tighten fasteners to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

5. Install the inflatable restraint IP module bracket mounting fasteners (lower).

Tighten
Tighten fasteners to 2.8 N.m (25 lb in).




6. Install the instrument panel carrier.
7. Enable the SIR system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System.