Deployed Inflator Module

After the inflatable restraint steering wheel module has deployed, the surface of the air bag may contain a powdery residue. This powder consists primarily of cornstarch (which is used to lubricate the bag as it inflates), and by-products of the chemical reaction. The deployment reaction produces sodium hydroxide dust (similar to lye soap). The sodium hydroxide quickly reacts with the atmospheric moisture, creating sodium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). Therefore, you will probably find no sodium hydroxide present after the deployment. As a precaution you should wear gloves and safety glasses, which help to prevent possible irritation of the skin or the eyes.




REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.
2. Remove the fasteners from the inflatable restraint IP module (1).
3. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module from the vehicle's instrument panel (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to Inflator Module Handling And Storage Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Install the inflatable restraint IP module (1) into the vehicle.
2. Install the inflatable restraint IP module fasteners. Tighten the five bottom center fasteners before you tighten the two upper side fasteners:
Tighten
^ Tighten the five bottom center fasteners (bolts) to 22.5 N.m (16.5 lb ft).
^ Tighten the two upper side fasteners (screws) to 5.5 N.m (49 lb in).

3. Enable the SIR System. Refer to Enabling the SIR System.