DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL
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Warning
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• Handling the driver-side air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the driver-side air bag module. (See
AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.) (See
AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS.)
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Note
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• The driver-side air bag module engages with the pins of the driver-side air bag module and the snap springs of the steering wheel.
• When removing the driver-side air bag module, it is necessary to rotate the steering wheel.If the ignition has been switched off with the driver's door closed, the steering wheel will be locked.Perform the procedure from Steps 1-3 so that the steering wheel will not be locked.
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
2. Open the driver's door.
3. Switch the ignition off.
4. Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait for 1 min or more. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION.)
5. Verify the service hole on the back side of the steering wheel shown in the figure.
6. Insert the tool into the service hole.
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Caution
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• Be careful not to damage the wiring harness inside the steering wheel when inserting the tool. Otherwise, the wiring harness inside the steering wheel could be damaged by the inserted tool.
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Recommended tool
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• HEX driver (diam. 6)
7. Press the snap springs to disengage them from the pins using the inserted tool.
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Caution
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• Hold the driver-side air bag module when releasing its securement. Otherwise, it may fall off and be damaged.
8. Using a flathead screwdriver, lift the locking device carefully, however do not remove it.
9. Disconnect the driver-side air bag module connector.
10. Disconnect the horn switch connector.
11. Remove the driver-side air bag module.
