1998 NISSAN PATROL battery

CAUTION:
+Before removing the seat belt pre-tensioner assembly (if equipped), turn the ignition switch off,
disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
+After replacing or reinstalling seat belt pre-tensioner assembly, or reconnecting seat belt pre-ten-
sioner connector, check the system function. Refer to ``SRS Operation Check'' (RS-30) for details.
+Do not disassemble buckle or seat belt assembly.
+Replace anchor bolts if they are deformed or worn out.
+Never oil tongue and buckle.
+If any component of seat belt assembly is questionable, do not repair. Replace the whole seat belt
assembly.
+If webbing is cut, frayed, or damaged, replace seat belt assembly.
+When replacing seat belt assembly, use a genuine seat belt assembly.
+After any collision, inspect all seat belt assemblies, including retractors and other attached hard-
wares (i.e., guide rail set).
SEAT BELTS
RS-2

Precautions for SRS ``AIR BAG'' and ``Seat Belt
Pre-tensioner'' Service
+Do not use a circuit tester to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
+Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch ``OFF'', disconnect both battery cables and wait for at least
3 minutes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt
pre-tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.
+Diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with their arrow marks ``
S'' pointing towards the front of
the vehicle for proper operation. Also check diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust before
installation and replace as required.
+The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
+Handle air bag module carefully. Always place it with the pad side facing upward.
+Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
+Instrument panel assembly should be replaced after air bag in¯ates if damaged.
Special Service Tools
Tool number
Tool nameDescriptionApplication
Seat belt
pre-ten-
sionerAir Bag
System
KV99106400
Deployment tool
NT357
Disposing of air bag mod-
ule
XX
KV99105300
Air bag module
bracket
NT354
Anchoring air bag module
ÐX
Special torx bit
NT361
Use for special bolts
[TAMPER RESISTANT
TORX (Size T50)]
a: 3.5 (0.138) dia.
b: 8.5 - 8.6
(0.335 - 0.339) dia.
c: approx. 10 (0.39) sq.
Unit: mm (in)ÐX
KV999R0020
Deployment tool
adapters for seat
belt pre-tensioner
NT721
XÐ
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
RS-8

Removal and Installation Ð Diagnosis Sensor
Unit and Seat Belt Pre-tensioner
CAUTION:
+Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait for at
least 3 minutes.
+The special bolts are coated with bonding agent while the other bolt is for ground. Do not use old
bolts after removal; replace with new ones.
+Check diagnosis sensor unit and seat belt pre-tensioner for proper installation.
+Check diagnosis sensor unit to ensure they are free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If they
show any visible signs of damage, replace them with new ones.
+Check diagnosis sensor unit brackets to ensure they are free of deformities or rust.
+Replace diagnosis sensor unit and seat belt pre-tensioner if they have been dropped or sustained
an impact.
+After replacement of diagnosis sensor unit and seat belt pre-tensioner, check SRS function and
perform self-diagnosis for SRS. Refer to ``SRS Operation Check'' for details (RS-30).
+Do not attempt to disassemble diagnosis sensor unit and seat belt pre-tensioner.
+Do not expose seat belt pre-tensioner to temperatures exceeding 80ÉC (176ÉF).
REMOVAL OF DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
1. Disconnect driver and passenger air bag module connectors.
Also, disconnect seat belt pre-tensioner connector.
2. Remove console ®nisher, console box assembly and instru-
ment panel stay cover. Refer to ``INSTRUMENT PANEL'' in BT
section.
3. Remove rear heater duct and foot duct. (If equipped with rear
heater duct and foot duct.)
4. Remove bolt and also remove special bolts using the TAMPER
RESISTANT TORX (Size T50), from diagnosis sensor unit.
5. Disconnect diagnosis sensor unit connector. Then remove the
diagnosis sensor unit.
NOTE:
+To install, reverse the removal procedure sequence.
REMOVAL OF SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER
For removal of seat belt pre-tensioner, refer to ``Front Seat Belt'' for
details. (RS-3)
NOTE:
+To install, reverse the removal procedure sequence.
SRS453
SRS454
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
RS-12

Removal and Installation Ð Air Bag Module
and Spiral Cable
Removal Ð Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable
CAUTION:
+Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, discon-
nect both battery cables and wait for at least 3 minutes.
+Always work from the side of air bag module.
1. Remove lower lid from steering wheel, and disconnect air bag
module connector.
2. Remove side lids. Using the TAMPER RESISTANT TORX (Size
T50), remove left and right special bolts. Air bag module can
then be removed.
SRS455
SBF811E
SBF812E
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
RS-13

CAUTION:
+Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
+Do not attempt to disassemble air bag module.
+The special bolts are coated with bonding agent. Do not
use old bolts after removal; replace with new ones.
+Replace air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained
an impact.
+Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceed-
ing 90ÉC (194ÉF).
+Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with
the air bag module.
3. Set steering wheel in the neutral position.
4. Disconnect horn connector and remove nuts.
5. Using steering wheel puller, remove steering wheel. Be careful
not to over-tighten puller bolt on steering wheel.
CAUTION:
Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.
6. Remove steering column cover.
7. Remove four screws securing the spiral cable. Unlock the spi-
ral cable connector. Then disconnect the spiral cable connec-
tor. The spiral cable can then be removed.
CAUTION:
+Do not attempt to disassemble spiral cable.
+Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
Removal Ð Front Passenger Air Bag Module
CAUTION:
+Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, discon-
nect both battery cables and wait for at least 3 minutes.
+Always work from the side of or under air bag module.
1. Remove glove box assembly. Refer to ``INSTRUMENT PANEL''
in BT section for details.
MRS120A
SBF814E
SBF239F
SRS384
SRS456
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Removal Ð Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable
(Cont'd)
RS-14

Installation Ð Air Bag Module and Spiral Cable
1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The
neutral position is detected by turning left about 2.5 revolutions
from the right end position. Align the two marks (
,
m).
CAUTION:
+The spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if the
cable is installed in an improper position.
+Also, with the steering linkage disconnected, the cable
may snap by turning the steering wheel beyond the limited
number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned to the left
about 2.5 turns from the right end position.
3. Connect and lock spiral cable connector and tighten with
screws. Install steering column cover.
4. Install steering wheel, aligning with spiral cable pin guides, and
pull spiral cable through.
5. Connect horn connector and engage spiral cable with pawls in
steering wheel. Move air bag module connector away from
steering wheel lower lid opening.
6. Tighten nut.
:29-39Nzm (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
7. Position air bag module and tighten with new special bolts.
8. Connect air bag module connector.
9. Install all lids.
10. Conduct self-diagnosis to ensure entire SRS operates properly.
(Use CONSULT or warning lamp check.)
Before performing self-diagnosis, connect both battery cables.
11. Turn steering wheel to the left end and then to the right end fully
to make sure that spiral cable is set in the neutral position.
If air bag warning lamp blinks or stays ON (at the User mode),
it shows the spiral cable may be snapped due to its improper
position. Perform self-diagnosis again (use CONSULT or warn-
ing lamp). If a malfunction is detected, replace the spiral cable
with a new one.
12. Perform self-diagnosis again to check that no malfunction is
detected.
Installation Ð Front Passenger Air Bag Module
+Always work from the side of air bag module.
1. Install front passenger air bag module on steering member.
+Ensure harness is not caught between rear of air bag module
and steering member.
2. Connect in¯ator connector to body harness connector.
3. Install in¯ator connector on steering member.
SRS276
SRS166
SBF812EB
SRS457
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
RS-16

4. Install glove box assembly. (Glove box lid is open.)
5. Close the glove box lid.
Disposal of Air Bag Module and Seat Belt Pre-
tensioner
+Before disposing of air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner, or vehicles equipped with such systems,
deploy the systems. If such systems have already been deployed due to an accident, dispose of as indi-
cated in ``DISPOSING OF AIR BAG MODULE AND SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER'' (RS-21).
+When deploying the air bag module, always use the Special Service Tool; Deployment tool KV99106400,
KV99108200 and KV99108300.
+When deploying the air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner, stand at least 5 m (16 ft) away from the
deployment component.
+When deploying air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner, a fairly loud noise is made, followed by smoke
being released. The smoke is not poisonous, however, be careful not to inhale smoke since it irritates throat
and can cause choking.
+Always activate one air bag module at a time.
+Due to heat, leave air bag module unattended for more than 30 minutes after deployment. Also leave seat
belt pre-tensioner unattended for more than 10 minutes after deployment.
+Be sure to wear gloves when handling a deployed air bag module.
+Never apply water to a deployed air bag module.
+Wash your hands clean after ®nishing work.
+Do not dispose of the air bag module un-deployed.
+Place the vehicle outdoors with an open space of at least 6 m (20 ft) on all sides when deploying the air
bag module while mounted in vehicle.
+Use a voltmeter to make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged.
CHECKING DEPLOYMENT TOOL
Connecting to battery
CAUTION:
The battery must show voltage of 9.6V or more.
Remove the battery from the vehicle and place it on dry wood
blocks approximately 5 m (16 ft) away from the vehicle.
+Wait 3 minutes after the vehicle battery is disconnected before
proceeding.
+Connect red clip of deployment tool to battery positive terminal
and black clip to negative terminal.
Make sure the polarity is correct. The right side lamp in the
tool, marked ``deployment tool power'', should glow with a
green light. If the right side lamp glows red, reverse the con-
nections to the battery.
SRS456
SRS005-B
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Installation Ð Front Passenger Air Bag Module
(Cont'd)
RS-17

Deployment tool check
Press the deployment tool switch to the ``ON'' position. The left side
lamp in the tool, marked ``air bag connector voltage'' should illumi-
nate. If it does not illuminate, replace the tool.
Air bag deployment tool lamp illumination chart
(Battery connected)
Switch operationLeft side lamp, green*
``AIR BAG CONNECTOR
VOLTAGE''Right side lamp, green*
``DEPLOYMENT TOOL
POWER''
OFF OFF ON
ON ON ON
*: If this lamp glows red, the tool is connected to the battery incorrectly.
Reverse the connections and make sure the lamp glows green.
DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURES FOR AIR BAG MODULE
(OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE)
Unless the vehicle is being scrapped, deploying the air bag in the
vehicle is not recommended. This may cause damage to the
vehicle interior.
Anchor air bag module in a vise secured to a ®rm foundation dur-
ing deployment.
Deployment of driver's air bag module (outside of
vehicle)
1. Using wire, secure air bag module to air bag module bracket
(SST: KV99105300).
CAUTION:
Use wire of at least 1 mm (0.04 in) diameter.
2. Firmly secure air bag module bracket (SST: KV99105300) with
air bag module attached, in a vise.
3. Connect deployment tool (SST: KV99106400) to air bag mod-
ule connector.
SBF266H
SRS232-B
SRS233-B
SRS234-B
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Disposal of Air Bag Module and Seat Belt Pre-
tensioner (Cont'd)
RS-18