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4. Release the driver air bag module retaining clips RH/LH.
• Insert suitable 4mm - 6mm blunt tool (A) through LH accesshole on back side of steering wheel (1) and contact retaining
clip.
CAUTION:
Do not use sharp edged objects such as screwdrivers to
release driver air bag module from steering wheel, SRS
components may be unintentionally damaged.
• Press tool inward with sufficient force on retaining clip (1) to release LH pawl of driver air bag module from steering wheel.
• Repeat for RH pawl of driver air bag module from steering
wheel.
• Tilt top edge away from steeri ng wheel, then lift upward releas-
ing lower pawl of driver air bag module from steering wheel.
5. Disconnect driver air bag module connectors (1) and horn con- nector (2).
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-7, " Direct-connect SRS Component Connectors " .
INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-7, " Direct-connect SRS Compo-
nent Connectors " .
• If driver air bag module is being replaced due to deploym ent, spiral cable must also be replaced. Refer to
SRS-37 .
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-19, " SRS Operation Check " .
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SPIRAL CABLE
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000004307195
REMOVAL WARNING:
When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Do not tap or bump the steering wheel.
• Do not disassemble the spiral cable.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to co me in contact with the spiral cable.
• Replace the spiral cable if it has b een dropped or sustained an impact.
• With the steering linkage disconn ected, the spiral cable may snap by turning the steering wheel
beyond the limited number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned counterclockwise about 2.5 turns
from the neutral position.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery term inals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Set the front wheels to the straight-ahead/neutral position.
3. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to PS-6 .
4. Remove the column cover upper and lower.
5. Disconnect wiper and washer switch connector (1). Then while pressing tabs (2), pull wiper and washer switch away from spiral
cable to remove. 2. Steering wheel 3. Lighting and turn signal switch
4. Spiral cable 5. Driver air bag module connectors 6. Wiper and washer switch
7. Column cover lower 8. Steering lock escutcheon 9. Steering column assembly
10. Column cover upper Pawl
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6. Disconnect lighting and turn signal switch connector (1). Then while pressing tabs (2), pull lighting and turn signal switch
toward driver door to remove.
7. Remove the screws, then release the tab at the top and pull the spiral cable away from the steering column assembly.
8. Disconnect spiral cable connectors.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Make sure spiral cable alignment and centering marks (B) are matched
and in the neutral position. The neutra l position is detected by turn-
ing left 2.5 revolutions from the right end position, ending with the
locating pin (A) at the top. Place steering wheel in straight ahead
position, then install it with the locating pin hole (C) directly over
spiral cable locating pin.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure
no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-19, " SRS Operation
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FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000004307196
REMOVAL WARNING:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place front passenger air bag modu le with pad side facing upward.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing SRS, turn the ig nition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not expose the front passenger air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90 °C (194 °F).
• Replace the front passenger air bag module if it has been
dropped or sustained an impact.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the front passenger air bag module.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery term inals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove the side ventilator assembly (right). Refer to IP-11 .
3. Disconnect front passenger air bag module connector (1) and remove the upper instrument panel assembly bolts (2).
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4. Remove the front passenger air bag module bolts (3) from the steering member.
5. Release the pawls and remove the front passenger air bag mod- ule (1) from the upper instrument panel assembly (2).
INSALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-19, " SRS Operation Check " . WHIA0318E
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• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place the curtain air bag module with deployment side facing upward.
• Do not reuse center pillar upper garnish if removed.
CAUTION:
• Before servicing SRS, turn the ig nition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not expose the side curtain air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90 °C (194 °F).
• Replace the side curtain air ba g module if it has been dropped
or sustained an impact.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the
side curtain air bag module.
• Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect SRS component connectors. If a direct-connect harness con-
nector is damaged, the harness must be replaced.
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery te rminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove the headlining. Refer to EI-47 .
3. Disconnect side curtain air bag module connector. NOTE:
For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors,
refer to SRS-7, " Direct-connect SRS Component Connectors " .
4. Remove the bolts in order starting at the rear, then remove the side curtain air bag module.
INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-7, " Direct-connect SRS Compo-
nent Connectors " .
• After replacement of side curtain air bag module, per form self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is
detected. Refer to SRS-19, " SRS Operation Check " . WHIA0321E
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CRASH ZONE SENSOR
CRASH ZONE SENSOR
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000004307199
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ig nition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• Do not disassemble the crash zone sensor.
• Do not use old nuts after removal; replace with new nuts.
• Replace the crash zone sensor if it has been dropped or sus- tained an impact.
• Check crash zone sensor to make sure it is free of deformi-
ties, dents, cracks or rust. If it shows any visible signs of dam-
age, replace it with a new one.
1. Disconnect both the negative and positive battery te rminals, then wait at least three minutes.
2. Remove upper radiator cover and front grille, refer to EI-21 .
3. Disconnect crash zone sensor harness connector (1).
4. Remove the nuts (2) and remove the crash zone sensor (3).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-19, " SRS Operation Check " . WHIA0321E
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