Passenger Airbag Replacement

After a collision in which the airbags were deployed, the airbag assemblies and the SRS unit must be replaced.

WARNING: Store a removed airbag with the pad surface up. If the airbag is improperly stored face down, accidental deployment could propel the unit with enough force to cause serious injury.

CAUTION:
- Always disconnect the airbag connector(s) when the harness is disconnected.
- Do not disassemble or tamper with the airbag.

NOTE:
- Do not install used SRS parts from another vehicle. When repairing, use only new SRS parts.
- Carefully inspect the airbag before you install it. Do not install an airbag that shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable from the battery, and wait at least three minutes.
2. Disconnect the airbag connector(s):




Disconnect the 2P connector between the front passenger's airbag and SRS main harness.

NOTE: When disconnected, the airbag connector is automatically shorted.

3. Remove the airbag(s):




- Remove the three mounting nuts from the bracket, then remove the harness clip.
- Lift the front passenger's airbag out of the dashboard by covering the lid and dashboard with a cloth, and prying carefully with a flat-tip screwdriver.

NOTE: The lid of the airbag has pawls on its side which attach it to the dashboard.

CAUTION: Be sure to install the SRS wiring so that it is not pinched or interfering with other parts.

4. Install the new airbag(s):




- Place the front passenger's airbag into the dashboard.
- Tighten the front passenger's airbag mounting nuts

5. Reconnect the airbag connector(s).




Attach the airbag connector to the connector holder, then reinstall the glove box.

6. Connect the battery positive cable, then connect the negative cable.

7. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation:
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about six seconds and then go off.
- Make sure both horn buttons work.