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.
2. Remove the IP trim pad.
3. Remove the air distributor duct.
4. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way pigtail connector.




5. Disconnect the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way pigtail connector.




6. Remove the mounting bolts (2) from the inflatable restraint IP module (1).
7. Remove the inflatable restraint IP module (1) from the instrument panel.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the inflatable restraint IP module (1) to the instrument panel.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the inflatable restraint IP module mounting bolts (2).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 3.5 N.m (31 lb in).




3. Connect the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way pigtail connector.




4. Install the connector position assurance (CPA) to the inflatable restraint IP module yellow 2-way pigtail connector.
5. Install the air distributor duct.
6. Install the IP trim pad.
7. Enable the SIR system.