Passenger Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation
Passenger Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and InstallationWARNING:
- 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 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. Remove blower unit and fresh air inlet duct referring to Blower Unit Removal and Installation.
3. 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.
4. Remove passenger air bag (inflator) module attaching bolts (1) and screws (2).
5. Remove passenger air bag (inflator) module claw (1) from instrument panel (2).
6. Remove passenger air bag (inflator) module from vehicle.
WARNING: Special care is necessary when handling and storing a live (undeployed) air bag (inflator) module. Observe Precautions on Handling and Storage of Air Bag Components: Except Advanced Air Bag. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
INSTALLATION
1. Install passenger air bag (inflator) module to instrument panel.
CAUTION: Confirm claw (1) of passenger air bag (inflator) module hangs in instrument panel (2).
2. Tighten passenger air bag (inflator) module attaching bolts (1) to specified torque and screws (2).
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. Install blower unit and fresh air inlet duct referring to Blower Unit Removal and Installation.
5. Enable air bag system. Refer to Enabling Air Bag System: Except Advanced Air Bag.