2002 JEEP LIBERTY belt

HOSES
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - PRESSURE HOSE
(1) Siphon the power steering fluid from the reser-
voir.
(2) Remove the radiator crossmember (Refer to 23
- BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER -
REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the fan shroud.
(5) Remove the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - REMOV-
AL).
(6) Remove the pressure hose at the pump.
(7) Disconnect the pressure switch electrical con-
nector from the pressure hose.
(8) Remove the pressure hose from the gear.
(9) Remove the pressure hose mounting bracket
bolts from behind the headlamp assembly. (Fig. 6)
(10) Remove the pressure hose from the vehicle
and transfer power steering pressure switch if neces-
sary.
REMOVAL - RETURN HOSE (GEAR TO THE
COOLER)
(1) Siphon the power steering fluid from the reser-
voir.
(2) Remove the radiator crossmember (Refer to 23
- BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER -
REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL).(4) Remove the fan shroud.
(5) Remove the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - REMOV-
AL).
(6) Remove the return hose from the gear.
(7) Remove the return hose at the cooler.
(8) Remove the return hose mounting bracket bolts
from the front cradle. (Fig. 7)
(9) Remove the return hose from the vehicle.
REMOVAL - RETURN HOSE (RESERVOIR TO
THE COOLER)
(1) Siphon the power steering fluid from the reser-
voir.
(2) Remove the return hose from the pump reser-
voir.
(3) Remove the return hose at the cooler.
(4) Remove the return hose from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - PRESSURE HOSE
(1) Install the pressure hose to the vehicle. (Fig. 8)
(2) Install the pressure hose mounting bracket
bolts behind the headlamp assembly. Tighten to to 12
N´m (9 ft.lbs.).
(3) Install the pressure hose to the gear. Tighten
the hose to28 N´m (21 ft.lbs.).
(4) Install the pressure switch electrical connector.
(5) Install the pressure hose at the pump. Tighten
the hose to28 N´m (21 ft.lbs.).
Fig. 6 MOUNTING BRACKET
1 - HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE
2 - MOUNTING BRACKET
Fig. 7 RETURN HOSE TO COOLER
1 - MOUNTING BRACKETS
2 - FLUID COOLER
3 - PRESSURE SWITCH
4 - RETURN HOSE
KJPUMP 19 - 21

(6) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(7) Install the fan shroud.
(8) Install the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLATION).
(9) Install the radiator crossmember (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER -
INSTALLATION).
(10) Refill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE (GEAR TO THE
COOLER)
(1) Install the return hose to the vehicle. (Fig. 7)
(2) Install the return hose mounting bracket bolts
to the front cradle.
(3) Install the return hose at the cooler.
(4) Install the return hose at the gear 28 N´m (21
ft.lbs.).
(5) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(6) Install the fan shroud.
(7) Install the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLATION).
(8) Install the radiator crossmember (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER -
INSTALLATION).
(9) Refill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE (RESERVOIR
TO THE COOLER)
(1) Install the return hose to the vehicle.
(2) Install the return hose to the pump reservoir.
(3) Install the return hose at the cooler.
(4) Refill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
POWER STEERING PRESSURE
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
A pressure sensing switch is used in the power
steering system. It is mounted on the high-pressure
steering hose. This switch will be used with both
2.4L and 3.7L engines.
OPERATION
The switch is used on both the 2.4L 4±cylinder and
3.7L V-6 engines.
The power steering pressure switch provides an
input to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). This
input is provided during periods of high steering
pump load and low engine rpm; such as during park-
ing maneuvers. The PCM increases the idle speed
through the Idle Air Control (IAC) motor. This is
done to prevent the engine from stalling under the
increased load.
When steering pump pressure exceeds 3275 kPa  
690 kPa (475 psi   100 psi), the Normally Closed
(NC) switch will open and the PCM will increase the
engine idle speed. This will prevent the engine from
stalling.
When pump pressure drops to approximately 1379
kPa (200 psi), the switch circuit will re-close and
engine idle speed will return to its previous setting.
REMOVAL
The power steering pressure switch is installed in
the power steering high-pressure hose (Fig. 9).
(1) Remove the high pressure power steering
hose(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP/HOSES -
REMOVAL).
(2) Disconnect electrical connector from power
steering pressure switch.
(3) Place a small container or shop towel beneath
switch to collect any excess fluid.
(4) Remove switch. Use back-up wrench on power
steering line to prevent line bending.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install power steering switch into power steer-
ing line. (Fig. 9)
(2) Tighten to 9.6 N´m (85 in. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 8 HIGH PRESSURE HOSE ASSEMBLY
1 - HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE
2 - MOUNTING BRACKET
3 - POWER STEERING PRESURE SWITCH
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HOSES (Continued)

(3) Install the high pressure power steering hose
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP/HOSES - INSTAL-
LATION).
(4) Connect electrical connector to switch.
(5) Check power steering fluid and add as neces-
sary (Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
(6) Start engine and again check power steering
fluid. Add fluid if necessary.
PULLEY
REMOVAL
CAUTION: On vehicles equipped with the 2.4L, Do
not reuse the old power steering pump pulley it is
not intended for reuse. A new pulley must be
installed if removed.
(1) Remove pump assembly. (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/PUMP - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove pulley from pump with Puller C-4333
or equivalent puller (Fig. 10).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: The pulley is marked front for installation.
(1) Replace pulley if bent, cracked, or loose.
(2) Install pulley on pump with Installer C-4063-B
or equivalent installer (Fig. 11). The pulley must be
flush with the end of the shaft. Ensure the tool and
pulley are aligned with the pump shaft.
(3) Install pump assembly. (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/PUMP - INSTALLATION)(4) With Serpentine Belt, run engine until warm (5
min.) and note any belt chirp. If chirp exists, move
pulley outward approximately 0.5 mm (0.020 in.). If
noise increases, press on 1.0 mm (0.040 in.).Be
careful that pulley does not contact mounting
bolts.
Fig. 9 POWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCH
1 - HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE
2 - O-RING
3 - POWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCH
Fig. 10 Pulley Removal
1 - POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE PULLEY
2 - SPECIAL TOOL C-4333
Fig. 11 Pulley Installation
1 - POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE PULLEY
2 - SPECIAL TOOL C-4063±B
KJPUMP 19 - 23
POWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCH (Continued)

DOOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the door wire harness electrical con-
nector at the A-pillar.
(2) Support the door with a suitable lifting device.
(3) Remove the bolts attaching the check strap to
the a-pillar.
NOTE: The epoxy washers should not be removed
from the hinge. If the washers are removed the door
may have to be re-adjusted.
(4) Remove the nuts attaching the door hinges to
the door. (Fig. 2)
INSTALLATION
(1) Support the door with a suitable lifting device
and install the door onto the hinges.
(2) Install the nuts and washers if they were
removed previously and tighten to 23 N´m (17 ft.
lbs.).
(3) Connect the door wire harness electrical con-
nector.
(4) Connect the check strap to the a-pillar and
install the bolts.
(5) Tighten the check strap bolts to 12 N´m (9 ft.
lbs.).(6) Adjust the door as necessary. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/BODY STRUCTURE/GAP AND FLUSH -
SPECIFICATIONS)
DOOR GLASS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the outer belt molding. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FRONT DOOR
OUTER BELT MOLDING - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the waterdam. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - REMOVAL)
(3) Raise the glass to the position shown and using
a long flat blade or hook type tool, disengage clips
attaching glass retainer to regulator lift plate. (Fig.
3)
(4) Disconnect the glass from the regulator lift
plate and re-install the clips.
(5) Rotate the top of the glass toward the front
and remove the glass from the window opening.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the glass through the window opening
and align the mounting plate to the lift plate.
(2) Engage the glass to the regulator lift plate.
(3) Install the outer belt molding. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FRONT DOOR
OUTER BELT MOLDING - INSTALLATION)
(4) Install the waterdam. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - INSTALLATION)
Fig. 2 HINGES
1 - NUTS (4)
2 - EPOXY WASHERS (2) (NOT REMOVABLE)
3 - HINGES
4 - DOOR
Fig. 3 DOOR GLASS/REGULATOR
1 - DOOR GLASS ATTACHMENT CLIP (2)
2 - DOOR OPENING
3 - REGULATOR LIFT PLATE
4 - DOOR GLASS
23 - 122 DOOR - FRONTKJ

EXTERIOR HANDLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the door glass. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/DOOR GLASS - REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect the lock switch electrical connector,
if equipped. (Fig. 4)
(3) Disconnect the handle rod at the handle and
the key cylinder rod at the latch.
(4) Remove the screws.
(5) Remove the nuts and remove the handle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the handle on the door and slide fully
toward the rear of the door.
(2) Install the nuts and tighten to 6 N´m (55 in.
lbs.).
(3) Install the screws and tighten to 6 N´m (55 in.
lbs.).
(4) Connect the handle rod at the handle and the
key cylinder rod at the latch.
(5) Connect the lock switch electrical connector, if
equipped.
(6) Install the door glass. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/DOOR GLASS - INSTALLATION)
GLASS RUN CHANNEL
REMOVAL
(1) Position the window into the down position.
(2) Remove the waterdam. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - REMOVAL)(3) Remove the outer belt molding. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FRONT DOOR
OUTER BELT MOLDING - REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the front and rear bolts. (Fig. 5)
(5) Peal the weatherstrip out of the door frame
and remove the run channel through the window
opening.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the run channel through the window
opening and into the door frame.
(2) Install the front, rear bolts and tighten to 9
N´m (80 in. lbs.).
(3) Install the outer belt molding. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/FRONT DOOR
OUTER BELT MOLDING - INSTALLATION)
(4) Install the waterdam. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOOR - FRONT/WATERDAM - INSTALLATION)
HINGE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the door. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/DOOR - REMOVAL)
(2) Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the
hinge location and remove the bolts.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the hinges and bolts.
(2) Tighten bolts to 28 N´m (21 ft. lbs.).
(3) Install the door. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/DOOR - INSTALLATION)
Fig. 4 EXTERIOR HANDLE
1 - EXTERIOR HANDLE
2 - NUTS
3 - SCREWS
4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
Fig. 5 GLASS RUN CHANNEL
1 - WINDOW OPENING
2 - REAR BOLTS (2)
3 - GLASS RUN CHANNEL
4 - FRONT BOLTS (2)
KJDOOR - FRONT 23 - 123

(3) Twist the glass division bar towards the inside
of the door and position the door glass into the rear
run channel.
(4) Lift glass up in the window and engage the pin
into the regulator lift plate.
(5) Raise the glass into the closed position and
install the division bar bolt.
(6) Tighten the bolt to 9 N´m (80 in. lbs.).
(7) Install the waterdam. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOORS - REAR/WATERDAM - INSTALLATION)
EXTERIOR HANDLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the waterdam. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOORS - REAR/WATERDAM - REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect the actuator rod.
(3) Remove the nuts and remove the handle. (Fig.
5)
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the handle.
(2) Install the nuts and tighten to 6 N´m (55 in.
lbs.).
(3) Connect the actuator rod.
(4) Install the waterdam. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOORS - REAR/WATERDAM - INSTALLATION)
GLASS RUN CHANNEL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the door glass. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOORS - REAR/DOOR GLASS - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the outer belt molding. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/REAR DOOR
OUTER BELT MOLDING - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove the front and rear bolts. (Fig. 6)
(4) Peal the weatherstrip and quarter glass out of
the door frame and remove the run channel through
the window opening as an assembly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the run channel and quarter glass
assembly through the window opening and into the
door frame.
(2) Install the front, rear bolts and tighten to 9
N´m (80 in. lbs.).
(3) Install the outer belt molding. (Refer to 23 -
BODY/WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS/REAR DOOR
OUTER BELT MOLDING - INSTALLATION)
(4) Install the door glass. (Refer to 23 - BODY/
DOORS - REAR/DOOR GLASS - INSTALLATION)
Fig. 4 GLASS DIVISION BAR
1 - STATIONARY DOOR GLASS
2 - DIVISION BAR BOLT (1)
3 - DOOR
4 - GLASS DIVISION BAR
Fig. 5 EXTERIOR HANDLE
1 - NUTS (2)
2 - EXTERIOR HANDLE
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DOOR GLASS (Continued)

INSTRUMENT PANEL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL............................147
INSTALLATION........................147
GLOVE BOX
REMOVAL............................148
INSTALLATION........................148
GLOVE BOX LATCH
REMOVAL............................148
INSTALLATION........................148
GLOVE BOX LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL............................148
INSTALLATION........................149
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL............................149
INSTALLATION........................151
INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER
REMOVAL............................152INSTALLATION........................153
INSTRUMENT PANEL END CAP
REMOVAL............................153
INSTALLATION........................153
INSTRUMENT PANEL DRIVER SIDE BEZELS
REMOVAL............................153
INSTALLATION........................154
INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER BEZEL
REMOVAL............................154
INSTALLATION........................154
INSTRUMENT PANEL PASSENGER SIDE
BEZEL
REMOVAL............................154
INSTALLATION........................154
KNEE BLOCKER
REMOVAL............................155
INSTALLATION........................155
CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Remove the drives side trim bezels. (Refer to
23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL DRIVER SIDE BEZEL - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the instrument panel top cover. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP COVER - REMOVAL)
(3) Remove the seven screws and remove the clus-
ter bezel.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Install the cluster bezel and the seven screws.
(2) Install the instrument panel top cover. (Refer
to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP COVER - INSTALLATION)
(3) Install the drives side trim bezels. (Refer to 23
- BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL DRIVER SIDE BEZEL - INSTALLATION)
KJINSTRUMENT PANEL 23 - 147

GLOVE BOX
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Open the glove box.
(2) Squeeze the stop tabs located on the sides of
the box and allow the box to open fully.
(3) With box in the full down position slide the box
to the right off of the hinges and remove.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Position the box on and slide the box to the left
to engage the hinges.
(2) Close the glove box.
GLOVE BOX LATCH
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERYNEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Remove the glove box. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
STRUMENT PANEL/GLOVE BOX - REMOVAL)
(2) Remove the nine screws and remove the glove
box skin.
(3) Remove the latch from the locators.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Position the latch onto the locators.
(2) Install the glove box skin onto the glove box
and install the nine screws.
(3) Install the glove box. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
STRUMENT PANEL/GLOVE BOX - INSTALLA-
TION)
GLOVE BOX LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, OR INSTRU-
MENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SER-
VICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR
TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
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