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Passenger Air Bag (Inflator) Module

Passenger Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation

WARNING:
- Never attempt to disassemble or repair the passenger air bag (inflator) module. If any abnormality is found, be sure to replace it with new one as an assembly.
- Be sure to read Precautions on Service and Diagnosis of Air Bag System:Except Advanced Air Bag, Precautions on Handling and Storage of Air Bag System Components:Except Advanced Air Bag and Precautions on Disposal of Air Bag and Seat Belt Pretensioner:Except Advanced Air Bag before starting to work and observe every precaution during work. Neglecting them may result in personal injury or undeployment of the air bag when necessary.


Removal
1. Disable air bag system. Refer to Disabling Air Bag System:Except Advanced Air Bag.




2. Disconnect passenger air bag (inflator) module connector (1) as shown in the figure.
a. Unlock lock button (2).
b. With lock button unlocked, disconnect connector.




3. Remove passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) from instrument panel as shown.

WARNING:
- When carrying a live air bag (inflator) module, make sure the bag opening is pointed away from you.
Never carry air bag (inflator) module by wires or connector on the side of the module. In case of an accidental deployment, the bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury.

- As the live passenger air bag (inflator) module must be kept with its bag (trim cover) facing up while being stored or left standing. This is necessary so that a free space is provided to allow the air bag to expand in the unlikely event of accidental deployment.
- Observe Precautions on Handling and Storage of Air Bag System Components:Except Advanced Air Bag for handling and storing it.
Otherwise, personal injury may result.


Installation
1. Install passenger air bag (inflator) module (1) to instrument panel as shown.




2. Tighten passenger air bag (inflator) module attaching bolts (2) to specified torque.

Tightening torque
Passenger air bag (inflator) module attaching bolt a: 23 N.m (2.3 kg.m, 16.5 lb.ft)




3. Connect passenger air bag (inflator) module connector (1) securely as shown in the figure.
a. Connect connector.
b. Lock connector with lock button (2).

4. Enable air bag system. Refer to Enabling Air Bag System:Except Advanced Air Bag.