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REMOVAL
1. | Disconnect the negative battery cable and keep secure from battery.
Wait at least 30 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work.
2. | Remove the side protect cover of steering wheel and airbag module mounting bolts using a hexagonal wrench.
3. | When disconnecting the connector of the clock spring from the airbag module, pull the airbag's lock toward the outer side to spread it open.
When disconnecting the airbag module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply excessive force to it.
4. | Remove the drive airbag module.
The removed airbag module should be stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
5. | Remove the steering wheel using SST (09561-11002).
Do not hammer on the steering wheel. Doing so may damage the collapsible column mechanism.
REMOVAL
1. | Never attempt to disassemble or repair the airbag module.
2. | Do not drop the airbag module or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Replace it if a dent, crack, deformation or rust are detected.
3. | The airbag module should be stored on a flat surface and placed so that the pad surface is facing upward. Do not place anything on top of it.
4. | Do not expose the airbag module to temperature over 93°C (200°F)
5. | An undeployed airbag module should only be disposed in accordance with the procedures.
6. | Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in seriouspersonal injury.
7. | Whenever the PAB is deployed it should be replaced with a new one assembled with an extension wire. The squib is melt down if the PAB is deployed makingthe extension wire useless.
1. | Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal cable.
Wait at least 30 seconds.
1. | Remove the glove box.
2. | Disconnect the PAB module connector.
3. | Remove the crash pad assembly and then undo the PAB module. (Refer to the BD section)
4. | The skin of the passenger airbag module is integrated with the crash pad, therefore, the crash pad must be replaced if the PAB deploys.
INSPECTION
AIRBAG MODULE Dispose the old one according to the specified procedure.
Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious personal injury.
1. | Check pad cover for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. | Check the airbag module for denting, cracking or deformation.
3. | Check hooks and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binds.
4. | Check airbag inflator case for dents, cracks or deformities.
5. | Install the airbag module to the steering wheel to check for fit or alignment with the wheel.
CLOCK SPRING
1. | If, as a result of the following checks, even one abnormal point is discovered, replace the clock spring with a new one.
2. | Check connectors and protective tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.