| 1. |
Disconnect the negative battery cable and keep
secure from battery.
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Wait at least 3 minutes 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.
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| 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.
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When disconnecting the airbag
module-clock spring connector, take care not to apply
excessive force to
it. | |
| 4. |
Remove the drive airbag module.
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The removed airbag module should be
stored in a clean, dry place with the pad cover face
up.
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| 5. |
Remove the steering wheel using SST
(09561-11002).
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Do not hammer on the steering wheel.
Doing so may damage the collapsible column
mechanism.
| |
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.
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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.
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