
DEPLOYED MODULE
The Driver Airbag Module and Driver Airbag Cov-
er/Horn Pad are serviced separately from eachother.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Allow at
least two minutes for the reserve capacitor in the
ACM to discharge.
(2) Clean powder residue from interior of vehicle,
refer to Cleanup Procedure.
(3) Remove three screws attaching Driver Airbag
Module to steering wheel (Fig. 7).
(4) Remove airbag module from steering wheel.
(5) Disconnect wire connectors from Airbag Mod-
ule, horn switch, and speed control switches.
(6) Adjust the steering wheel so that the tires are
in a straight ahead position. Remove steering wheel
(Fig. 8), refer to Group 19, Steering for proper proce-
dure.
(7) Disconnect the 2-way and 4-way connectors
between the clockspring and the instrument panel
wiring harness.
(8) Remove upper and lower steering column
shrouds.
(9) Remove clockspring from the housing assembly
by depressing the 2 tabs on the clockspring (Fig. 10).
(10) Remove screws holding speed control switches
to airbag cover and remove, if equipped.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Do
not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagno-
sis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.
UNDEPLOYED
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Allow at
least two minutes for the reserve capacitor in the
Airbag Control Module (ACM) to discharge.
(2) Remove screws attaching airbag/horn switch to
steering wheel (Fig. 7).
(3) Remove Driver Airbag Module from steering
wheel.
(4) Disconnect wire connectors from airbag mod-
ule, horn switch, and speed control switches, if
equipped.
(5) Remove screws holding vehicle speed control
switches to airbag cover and remove.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures and
do not connect battery negative cable. Do not connect
battery negative cable. Refer to Diagnosis and Test-
ing for Airbag System Test procedures.
PASSENGER AIRBAG
WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIR-
BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT SERVICE
PROCEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COMPO-
NENTS.
DEPLOYED MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
Allow at least two minutes for the reserve capacitor
in the Airbag Control Module to discharge.
(2) Clean powder residue from interior of vehicle,
refer to Cleanup Procedure in this section.
(3) Remove instrument panel, refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel and Systems for proper proce-
dures.
(4) Remove all reusable components from the
upper instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
Transfer all reusable components to the new the
upper instrument panel.
(1) Install new Passenger Airbag Module into
instrument panel.
(2) Install airbag module attaching screws to the
instrument panel.
Fig. 10 Clockspring Locking Tabs
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(3) Install Instrument panel. Refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel and Systems for installation proce-
dures.
(4) Through access holes in instrument panel
above glove box opening, install screws holding air-
bag to back of panel.
(5) Install the bolts attaching forward airbag
mount to the instrument panel (Fig. 11).
(6) Connect yellow wire connector from passenger
airbag.
(7) Install the glove box.
(8) Install right front instrument panel speaker.
(9) Install instrument panel top cover.
(10) Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer
to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test pro-
cedures.
UNDEPLOYED
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Allow at
least two minutes for the reserve capacitor in the
ACM to discharge.
(2) Remove instrument panel top cover.
(3) Remove right front instrument panel speaker.
(4) Remove glove box.
(5) Disconnect yellow wire connector from passen-
ger airbag.
(6) Remove bolts attaching forward airbag mount
to the instrument panel
(7) Through access holes in instrument panel
above glove box opening, remove screws holding air-
bag to back of panel.
(8) Remove screws attaching airbag to upper
instrument panel.(9) Remove airbag from instrument panel through
top of instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Do
not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagno-
sis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.
ADJUSTMENTS
CLOCKSPRING CENTERING PROCEDURE
If the rotating tape (wire coil) in the clockspring is
not positioned properly with the steering wheel and
the front wheels, the clockspring may fail. The fol-
lowing procedure MUST BE USED to center the
clockspring if it is not known to be properly posi-
tioned, or if the front wheels were moved from the
straight ahead position.
WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIR-
BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT SERVICE
PROCEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COMPO-
NENTS.
(1) Adjust the steering wheel so that the tires are
in a straight ahead position.
(2) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
Allow at least two minutes for the reserve capacitor
in the ACM to discharge.
(3) Remove Driver Airbag Module from steering
wheel.
(4) Disconnect wire connectors from back of airbag
module.
(5) Remove steering wheel.
(6) Depress the two plastic locking pins to disen-
gage lock mechanism (Fig. 10).
(7) With lock mechanism disengaged, rotate the
clockspring rotor clockwise until the rotor stops. Do
not apply excessive force.
(8) From the end of travel, rotate the rotor three
turns counterclockwise. The wires should end up at
the top. Release locking pins to engage clockspring
lock mechanism.
(9) Install steering wheel and airbag.
(10) Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer
to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test
procedures.
Fig. 11 Airbag Upper Attachment
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

ELECTRICALLY HEATED SYSTEMS
CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
HVAC MOUNTED SWITCH................. 1
INTRODUCTION......................... 1
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
GRID LINE TEST......................... 2SYSTEM TEST.......................... 2
SERVICE PROCEDURES
GRID LINE AND TERMINAL REPAIR......... 3
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
INTRODUCTION
The electrically heated Rear Window Defogger (Fig.
1), Heated Power Side View Mirrors, and Heated
Windshield Wiper De-icer (Fig. 2) is available on NS
vehicles.
The Rear Window Defogger system consists of two
vertical bus bars linked by a series of grid lines on
the inside surface of the rear window. The electrical
circuit consists of the rear defogger switch in the
HVAC and a relay with timer switch to turn OFF the
system after ten minutes. The main feed circuit is
protected by fuse one (40 amp) in the Junction Block.
The rear defogger switch and relay also activates the
heated power side view mirrors and heated wind-
shield wiper de-icer. The HVAC rear defogger switch
is protected by fuse ten (10 amp) in the Junction
Block. The heated mirror circuit is protected by fuse
12 (10 amp) in the junction block. The heated wind-
shield wiper de-icer circuit is protected by fuse 21 (25
amp) in the Junction Block.
The Heated Windshield Wiper Deicer is also acti-
vated when the DEFROST mode is selected on the
HVAC. In the DEFROST mode the rear defogger
relay/timer is bypassed, the heated windshield wiper
de-icer will stay ON until the another mode is
selected. For circuit information and component loca-
tion refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams.
CAUTION: Since grid lines can be damaged or
scraped off with sharp instruments, care should be
taken in cleaning the glass or removing foreign
materials, decals or stickers. Normal glass cleaning
solvents or hot water used with rags or toweling is
recommended.
HVAC MOUNTED SWITCH
The rear window defogger switch is integrated into
the HVAC (Fig. 3). An LED indicator will illuminate
when the switch is activated. The switch energizesthe timing circuit and activates the rear window
defogger relay. The relay controls the current to flow
to the grids of the rear window defogger, heated
power side view mirrors and the heated windshield
wiper de-icer. The defogger relay will be on for
approximately 10 minutes or until the control switch
or ignition is turned off.
Fig. 1 Rear Window Defogger
Fig. 2 Heated Windshield Wiper De-icer
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
SYSTEM TEST
Electrically heated rear window defogger or the
heated windshield wiper deicer operation can be
checked on the vehicle in the following manner:
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
(2) Using a ammeter on the battery, turn the rear
defogger control switch to the ON position, a distinct
increase in amperage draw should be noted.
(3) The rear window defogger or the heated wind-
shield wiper deicer operation can be checked by feel-
ing the glass. A distinct difference in temperature
between the grid lines and adjacent clear glass can
be detected in 3 to 4 minutes of operation.
(4) Using a DC voltmeter (Fig. 4) contact terminal
B with the negative lead, and terminal A with the
positive lead. The voltmeter should read 10-14 volts.
(5) Indicator light illumination means that there is
power available at the switch only and does not nec-
essarily verify system operation.
(6) If turning the defogger switch ON, no distinct
current draw on the ammeter the problem should be
isolated in the following manner:
²Confirm that ignition switch is ON.
²Ensure that the heated rear window or the
heated windshield wiper deicer feed pigtail is con-
nected to the wiring harness and that the ground
pigtail is in fact grounded.
²Ensure that the proper fuse in the Junction
Block is OK.(7) When the above steps have been completed and
the system is still inoperative, one or more of the fol-
lowing is defective:
²HVAC switch
²Rear window defogger relay in the relay bank.
²Check for loose connector or a wire pushed out
of connector.
²Rear window or the windshield grid lines (all
grid lines would have to be broken, or one of the feed
pigtails not connected to the bus bar, for no ammeter
deflection).
(8) If turning the switch ON produces severe volt-
meter deflection, the circuit should be closely checked
for a shorting condition.
(9) If the system operation has been verified but
indicator LED does not light, replace switch.
(10) For detailed wiring information, refer to
Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams.
GRID LINE TEST
The horizontal grid lines and vertical bus bar lines
printed and baked on inside surface of the window
glass makes up an electrical parallel circuit. The
electrically conductive lines are composed of a silver
ceramic material which when baked on glass
becomes bonded to the glass and is highly resistant
to abrasion. It is possible, however, that a break may
exist or occur in an individual grid line resulting in
no current flow through the line. To detect breaks in
grid lines, the following procedure is required:
(1) Turn ignition and rear window defogger control
switch ON. The indicator light should come on.
(2) Using a DC voltmeter with 0-15 volt range,
contact vertical bus bar connecting grid lines on pas-
senger side of vehicle at terminal A with negative
lead of voltmeter (Fig. 4). With positive lead of volt-
meter, contact vertical bus bar on driver side of vehi-
cle at terminal B. The voltmeter should read 10-14
volts.
Fig. 3 HVAC Rear Window Defogger Switch
Fig. 4 Grid Line Test
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

POWER DOOR LOCKS
CONTENTS
page page
POWER DOOR LOCKS..................... 1REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY.................. 5
POWER DOOR LOCKS
INDEX
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION......................... 1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK FEATURE.......... 1
DOOR LOCK CIRCUIT PROTECTION......... 1
DOOR LOCK INHIBIT FEATURE............. 2
SLIDING DOOR LOCK MEMORY FEATURE..... 2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK SYSTEM TEST...... 2
DOOR LOCK MOTOR..................... 2DOOR LOCK SWITCH TEST................ 2
SERVICE PROCEDURES
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
DISABLE OR ENABLE.................... 3
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
FRONT DOOR LOCK MOTOR/LATCH......... 3
LIFTGATE LOCK MOTOR................... 3
SLIDING DOOR LOCK CONTACTS........... 3
SLIDING DOOR LOCK MOTOR.............. 4
SLIDING DOOR LOCK PLUNGER............ 4
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The Body Control Module (BCM) locks or unlocks
the doors when an actuation input signal from a door
lock switch or Remote Keyless Entry Module (RKE)
is received. The BCM signals lock and unlock relays
in the Junction Block to actuate the door lock motors.
The front doors, sliding door(s) and liftgate are
equipped with actuator motors to lock or unlock the
latch mechanisms. The front door lock actuator motor
is not serviced separately from the door latch. The
BCM locks the doors and liftgate automatically when
the vehicle is driven beyond the speed of 25.7 Km/h
(16 mph). The automatic door lock feature can be dis-
abled if desired. All doors and liftgate can be locked
or unlocked using mechanical button or key cylinder
methods.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK FEATURE
The vehicle comes with two options for power door
locks:
²Rolling automatic lock (ENABLE), doors auto-
matically lock at approximately at 25.7 Km/h (16
mph).
²No rolling automatic lock (DISABLE), doors do
not automatically lock when the vehicle is moving.
The BCM is equipped with a disable feature to
stop the speed sensitive automatic door locks from
functioning. The DISABLE feature can be switched
ON or OFF as desired. When the system is DIS-
ABLED the door locks will operate normally, but will
not lock automatically when the vehicle is rolling.
When the door locks are ENABLED the door locks
will automatically lock when the vehicle is moving at
about 25.7 Km/h (16 mph).
DOOR LOCK CIRCUIT PROTECTION
The BCM controls the door lock relay's operation.
If the door lock switch is actuated continuously for
more than one second the BCM will interrupt the
relay circuit. The door lock system is protected by a
40 amp fuse located in the Power Distribution Center
(PDC). The LOCK and UNLOCK relays are located
in the Junction Block. The Power Distribution Center
is located along side of the battery. The lock motors
are protected with Positive Temperature Coefficient
(PTC) device that prevents motor burn out.
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DOOR LOCK INHIBIT FEATURE
The BCM cancels out the door lock switch actua-
tion, when the key is in the Ignition Switch and a
door is open. After the key is removed from the Igni-
tion Switch, or the doors are closed, the power door
locks will operate normally.
SLIDING DOOR LOCK MEMORY FEATURE
The door locks on the sliding door(s) can be actu-
ated when the door(s) are closed. If the sliding
door(s) are open when the door locks are actuated,
the BCM will hold the lock command in memory
until the door(s) is closed. When the door is closed
and the door jamb terminals make contact, signaling
the BCM to lock the sliding door(s) automatically.
Actuating the door lock switch to the unlock position
before the sliding door(s) are closed will cancel the
lock request.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK SYSTEM TEST
When using a scan tool (DRB) for testing the auto-
matic door lock system, refer to the Body Diagnostic
Procedures Manual. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Dia-
grams for circuit information and component loca-
tions.
DOOR LOCK MOTOR
Verify battery condition before testing door lock
motor(s), refer to Group 8A, Battery for proper diag-
nosis procedures.
To determine which motor is faulty, check each
individual door for electrical lock and unlock or dis-
connect the motor connectors one at a time, while
operating the door lock switch. In the event that
none of the motors work, the problem may be caused
by a shorted motor, a relay or a bad switch. Discon-
necting the defective motor will allow the others to
work.
To test an individual door lock motor, disconnect
the electrical connector from the motor. To lock the
door, connect a 12 volt power source to the positive
pin of the lock motor and a ground wire to the other
pin (Fig. 1), (Fig. 2), (Fig. 3) and refer to Group 8W,
Wiring Diagrams for pin locations. To unlock the door
reverse the wire connections at the motor pin termi-
nals. If these results are NOT obtained, replace the
motor.
DOOR LOCK SWITCH TEST
(1) Remove door lock switch bezel assembly from
door. Refer to Group 23, Body for removal proce-
dures.
(2) Disconnect wire connector from back of door
lock switch.(3) Depress switch to LOCK position.
(4) Using an ohmmeter, test switch resistance
between Pins 2 and 3. Refer to Door Lock Switch
Test and (Fig. 4).
(5) Depress switch to UNLOCK position.
(6) Test resistance between Pins 2 and 3.
(7) If resistance values are not within the param-
eters shown replace the door lock switch.
Fig. 1 Sliding Door Lock Motor±Typical
Fig. 2 Front Door Lock Motor
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

SERVICE PROCEDURES
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS DISABLE OR ENABLE
The vehicle comes with two options for power door
locks:
²Rolling automatic lock, ENABLE approximately
at 16 mph.
²No rolling automatic lock, DISABLE.
To change the automatic door lock selection, do the
following:
(1) Close all doors.
(2) Place the ignition key in the OFF position for
20 seconds or more.
(3) Turn ignition key to the run position and to the
OFF position without cranking the engine four times.
The malfunction lamp will come on each time the key
is in the run position.
(4) Press the door lock button to lock the doors.
This procedure reverses the automatic door lock
option, Enable to Disable, or Disable to Enable. If thepresent option is undesirable, repeat to arrive at the
desired option.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
FRONT DOOR LOCK MOTOR/LATCH
Refer to Group 23, Body for proper service proce-
dures.
LIFTGATE LOCK MOTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove liftgate trim panel.
(2) Remove bolts holding liftgate lock motor to lift-
gate (Fig. 5).
(3) Disconnect the wire connector from power lock
motor.
(4) Disconnect the liftgate lock motor from outside
handle lock link.
(5) Remove the liftgate lock motor from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
SLIDING DOOR LOCK CONTACTS
REMOVAL
(1) Open the sliding door.
(2) Remove screw holding the lock contacts to
B-pillar (Fig. 6).
(3) Disconnect the wire connector from the lock
contacts.
(4) Remove the lock contacts from B-pillar.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Fig. 3 Lift Gate Release Assembly
Fig. 4 Door Lock Switch
DOOR LOCK SWITCH TEST
SWITCH
POSITIONCONTINUITY
BETWEENRESISTANCE
VALUE
LOCK 2 and 3 1.5K Ohm61%
UNLOCK 2 and 3 249 Ohm61%
Fig. 5 Liftgate Lock Motor
NSPOWER DOOR LOCKS 8P - 3
SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

SLIDING DOOR LOCK MOTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove sliding door trim panel.
(2) Remove watershield as necessary.
(3) Remove latch/lock control cover.
(4) Remove latch/lock control.
(5) Remove screws holding door lock motor to
latch/lock control (Fig. 7).
(6) Remove lock motor from control.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
SLIDING DOOR LOCK PLUNGER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove sliding door trim panel.
(2) Remove watershield as necessary to gain access
to push-in fasteners holding sliding door lock plunger
wiring harness to inner door panel.
(3) Make note of wiring harness routing to aid
installation (Fig. 8).
(4) Remove push-in fasteners holding lock plunger
wiring harness to inner door panel.
(5) Disconnect plunger wiring harness from sliding
door lock motor.(6) Remove screw holding lock plunger to door
frame (Fig. 8).
(7) Remove lock plunger from sliding door.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Fig. 6 Sliding Door Lock Contacts
Fig. 7 Sliding Door Lock Motor
Fig. 8 Sliding Door Lock Plunger
8P - 4 POWER DOOR LOCKSNS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)