Driver Air Bag (Inflator) Module Removal and Installation
Driver Air Bag (inflator) Module Removal And InstallationWARNING:
- When handling an air bag (inflator) module, be sure to read Precautions for Handling and Storage of Air Bag System Components and observe each instruction. Failure to follow them could cause damage to air bag (inflator) module or result in personal injury.
- Never insert foreign matter such as flat-end screwdriver between air bag (inflator) module and "S121" connector as static electricity may cause accidental deployment.
NOTE: Refer to Repair and Inspection Required after Accident before replacing deployed air bag.
Removal
1. Disable air bag system.
2. Remove mounting bolts (2) of driver air bag (inflator) module at both sides of steering wheel (1) using torx wrench (T30).
3. Disconnect driver air bag (inflator) module connector (2) as shown in figure.
a. Release lock (1).
b. Disconnect connector with lock released.
4. Remove driver air bag (inflator) module from steering wheel.
Installation
Reverse removal procedure, noting the following points.
- Lock connector for air bag (inflator) module securely.
- Do not pinch or protrude harness.
- Tighten driver air bag (inflator) module mounting bolts to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Driver air bag (inflator) module mounting bolt (a): 9 N.m (0.9 kg-m, 6.5 lbf-ft)
- Enable air bag system.