1999 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION VI battery

SRS – Air Bag Modules and Clock Spring52B-27

1
Front passenger’s side air bag
module removal steps
D1. Front passenger’s side air bag
moduleFront passenger’s side air bag
module installation steps
A
Pre-installation inspection
1. Front passenger’s side air bag
module

Negative (–) battery cable connection
D
Post-installation inspection
REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
AAIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL (DRIVER’S SIDE)
When disconnecting the connector of the clock spring from
the air bag module, press the air bag’s lock towards the outer
side to spread it open. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver, as shown
in the figure at the left, to pry so as to remove the connector
gently.
Caution
1. When disconnect the air bag module-clock spring
connector, take care not to apply excessive force to
it.
2. The removed air bag module should be stored in a
clean, dry place with the pad cover face up.
Flat-tipped screwdriver
Lock
Lock
Clock spring–air bag
module connector

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BSTEERING WHEEL REMOVAL
CCLOCK SPRING REMOVAL
Caution
The removed clock spring should be stored in a clean,
dry place.
DAIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL
(FRONT PASSENGER’S SIDE)
Caution
The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean,
dry place with the pad cover face up.
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
APRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1. When installing the new air bag modules and clock spring,
refer to “INSPECTION”.
Caution
Dispose of air bag modules only according to the
specified procedure. (Refer to P.52B-32.)
2. Connect the battery (–) terminal.
3. Connect the MUT-II to the diagnosis connector.
Caution
Make certain that the ignition switch is LOCK (OFF)
when the MUT-II is connected or disconnected.
4. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position.
5. Conduct self-diagnosis using the MUT-II to ensure entire
SRS operates properly, except open circuit of air bag
modules.
6. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK (OFF) position,
disconnect the negative battery cable and tape the
terminal.
Caution
Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the
battery cable before doing any further work.
(Refer to P.52B-3.)
MB990803

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BCLOCK SPRING INSTALLATION
Align the mating marks of the clock spring and, after turning
the front wheels to the straight-ahead position, install the
clock spring to the column switch.
Mating Mark Alignment
Turn the clock spring clockwise fully, and then turn back it
approx. 3 4/5 turns counterclockwise to align the mating marks.
Caution
If the clock spring’s mating marks are not properly aligned,
the steering wheel may not be completely rotational during
a turn, or the flat cable within the clock spring may be
severed, obstructing normal operation of the SRS and
possibly leading to serious injury to the vehicle’s driver.
CSTEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION
1. Before installation the steering wheel, be sure to first
turn the vehicle’s front wheels to the straight-ahead
position and align the mating marks of the clock spring.
Caution
Be sure when installing the steering wheel, that the
harness of the clock spring does not become caught
or tangled.
2. After clamping, turn the steering wheel all the way in
both directions to confirm that steering is normal.
DPOST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1. Turn the steering wheel lightly to the left and right to
check if it can be operated properly without any
abnormality.
2. Reconnect the negative battery terminal.
3. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position.
4. Does the “SRS” warning lamp illuminate for about 7
seconds, and then remain extinguished for at least 5
seconds after turning OFF?
5. If yes, SRS system is functioning properly.
If no, consult page 52B-6.
Mating marks
SRS warning lamp

SRS – Air Bag Module Disposal Procedures52B-32
AIR BAG MODULE DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Before disposing of an air bag or a vehicle which
is equipped with it, the procedures below are to
be followed to deploy them.
UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG MODULE DISPOSAL
PROCEDURES
Caution
1. If the vehicle is to be scrapped or otherwise disposed
of, deploy the air bags inside the vehicle. If the vehicle
will continue to be used and only the air bag modules
are to be disposed of, deploy the air bags outside
the vehicle.
2. Since a large amount of smoke is produced when
the air bag is deployed, avoid residential areas
whenever possible.
3. Since there is loud noise when the air bags are
deployed, avoid residential areas whenever possible.
If anyone is nearby, give warning of the impending
noise.
4. Suitable ear protection should be worn by personnel
performing these procedures or by people in the
immediate area.
DEPLOYMENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE
(when disposing of a vehicle)
1. Move the vehicle to an isolated spot.
2. Disconnect the negative (–) and positive (+) battery cables
from the battery terminals, and then remove the battery
from the vehicle.
Caution
Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the
battery cables before doing any further work.
(Refer to P.52B-3.)

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3. Peform the following procedure to deploy each air bag
module.

(1) Remove the steering column cover lower.
(2) Remove the connection between the clock spring
2-pin connector (red) and the body wiring harness
connector.
NOTE
If the clock spring connector is disconnected from
the body wiring harness, both electrodes of the clock
spring connector will be automatically shorted to
prevent unintended deployment of the air bag due
to static electricity, etc.
(3) Connect two wires, each six meters or longer, to the
two leads of SRS air bag adapter harness A and
cover the connections with insulation tape. The other
ends of the two wires should be connected to each
other (short-circuited), to prevent sudden unexpected
deployment of the air bag.
(4) Connect the clock spring or air bag module (front
passenger’s side) 2-pin connector (red) to SRS air
bag adapter harness A and pass the deployment
wires out of the vehicle.
(5) Shut all the doors with their window glasses closed
and cover the vehicle with a body cover to suppress
explosion noise leaks as much as possible.
Caution
Be sure to wrap the vehicle entirely in a body cover,
otherwise damaged glass panes could break into
fragments, bringing about a very dangerous situation.
(6) At a location as far away from the vehicle as possible,
disconnect the two connected wires from each other,
and connect them to the two terminals of the battery
(which has been removed from the vehicle) to deploy
the air bag.
Clock spring 2-pin
connector (red)
Body wiring harness
connector (2-pin)
SRS air bag
adapter
harness A
MB686560Connection
6 m or
longer
Two wires Insulation
tape
SRS air bag adapter
harness A
MB686560
2-pin connector (red)
Deployment wires
Body cover
Deployment
wire harness

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(1) Remove the glove box. (Refer to P.52B-27.)
(2) Remove the connection between the air bag module
(front passenger’s side) connector (red 2-pin) and
the body wiring harness connector.
(3) Connect two wires, each six meters or longer, to the
two leads of SRS air bag adapter harness A and
cover the connections with insulation tape. The other
ends of the two wires should be connected to each
other (short-circuited), to prevent sudden unexpected
deployment of the air bag.
(4) Connect the clock spring or air bag module (front
passenger’s side) 2-pin connector (red) to SRS air
bag adapter harness A and pass the deployment
wires out of the vehicle.
(5) Shut all the doors with their window glasses closed
and cover the vehicle with a body cover to suppress
explosion noise leaks as much as possible.
Caution
Be sure to wrap the vehicle entirely in a body cover,
otherwise damaged glass panes could break into
fragments, bringing about a very dangerous situation.
(6) At a location as far away from the vehicle as possible,
disconnect the two connected wires from each other,
and connect them to the two terminals of the battery
(which has been removed from the vehicle) to deploy
the air bag.
Body wiring harness
connector
(2-pin)
Air bag module 2-pin
connector (red)
SRS air bag
adapter
harness A
MB686560Connection
6 m or
longer
Two wires Insulation
tape
SRS air bag adapter
harness A
MB686560
2-pin connector (red)
Deployment wires
Body cover
Deployment
wire harness

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Caution
1) Before deploying the air bag in this manner,
first check to be sure that there is no one
in or near the vehicle.
2) The inflator will be quite hot immediately
following the deployment, so wait at least 30
minutes to allow it to cool before attempting
to handle it. Although not poisonous, do not
inhale gas from air bag deployment. See
Deployed Air Bag Module Disposal
Procedures (P.52B-40) for post-deployment
handling instructions.
3) If the air bag module fails to deploy when the
procedures above are followed, do not go near
the module. Contact your local distributor.
(7) After deployment, dispose of the air bag module
according to the Deployed Air Bag Module Disposal
Procedures. (Refer to P.52B-40.)
DEPLOYMENT OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Caution
1. This should be carried out in a wide, flat area at least
6 m away from obstacles and other people.
2. Do not perform deployment outside, if a strong wind
is blowing, and if there is even a slight breeze, the
air bag module should be placed and deployed
downwind from the battery.
1. Disconnect the negative (–) and positive (+) battery cables
from the battery terminals, and then remove the battery
from the vehicle.
Caution
Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the
battery cables before doing any further work. (Refer
to P.52B-4.).
2. Perform the following procedure to deploy each air bag
module.

(1) Remove the air bag module from the vehicle.
(Refer to P.52B-26.)
Caution
The connector of the driver’s side air bag module
is so constructed that the positive and negative
terminals are automatically short-circuited when
it is disconnected to prevent an accidental
deployment of the air bag resulting from static
electricity generation. Nevertheless, to eliminate
the slightest possibility of an accidental
deployment, always bear the following in mind;
the air bag module should be stored on a flat
surface and placed so that the pad cover face
up. Anything should not be placed on top of it.

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(6) At a location as far away from the air bag module
as possible, and from a shielded position, disconnect
the two connected wires from each other, and connect
them to the two terminals of the battery (which has
been removed from the vehicle) to deploy the air
bag.
Caution
1) Before deployment, check carefully to be sure
that no one is nearby.
2) The inflator will be quite hot immediately
following the deployment, so wait at least 30
minutes to allow it to cool before attempting
to handle it. Although not poisonous, do not
inhale gas from air bag deployment. See
Deployed Air Bag Module Disposal
Procedures (P.52B-40) for post-deployment
handling instructions.
3) If the air bag fails to deploy when the
procedures above are followed, do not go near
the module. Contact your local distributor.
(7) After deployment, dispose of the air bag module
according to the Deployed Air Bag Module Disposal
Procedures. (Refer to P.52B-40.)
Wires
Vehicle battery