Passenger airbag module (vehicles after 08.2002)

Removal

WARNING: To prevent the risk of accidental deployment, the air bag control module backup power must be discharged. Wait at least one minute after disconnecting the battery ground cable(s) before attempting any repairs or adjustments to the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) or any component(s) adjacent to the SRS sensors. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when working on a vehicle equipped with an air bag or when working with the air bag module. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

WARNING: To minimize the possibility of premature air bag deployment, do not use radio key code storage devices when working with the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of injury if the air bag deploys prematurely, always carry the charged air bag module with the air bag and trim cover facing away from your torso. Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury.

WARNING: To minimize the possibility of premature air bag deployment, charged air bag modules should only be installed on grounded workbenches and with the trim cover facing up. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

WARNING: Never touch the tester probes to the electrical connectors of the air bag modules or any other component of the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Painting the driver air bag module trim cover or instrument cluster may damage the trim cover and the air bags. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to paint discolored or damaged air bag module trim covers or instrument cluster. Install a new component. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01.

2. Remove the glove compartment.

• Remove the damper from the glove compartment.

3. Remove the ventilation pipe.

• Disconnect the clamp.

4. Disconnect the defogging system tube from the heater body.



5. Remove the bolts securing the passenger airbag module decorative cover.




6. Disconnect the passenger airbag module trim cover from the instrument panel.

• Using the special tool, carefully release the clamps, starting from the front outside edge.

7. Remove the passenger airbag module trim cover.

• 1. Lift the outer edge.
• 2. Lift the cover towards the windshield to release the clips.

8. Disconnect the passenger airbag module and reinforcement bracket from the instrument panel.




9.

NOTE: You may need to use needle-nose pliers to release the connector retaining tabs.

Remove the passenger airbag module.

• Disconnect the plug connectors.

10.

WARNING: If a new passenger air bag module is installed after the passenger air bag has deployed, the instrument cluster should be inspected for damage and, if any damage is found, a new instrument cluster should be installed. Failure to follow this instruction could result in injury.

Inspect the instrument panel for damage in the areas indicated.



11. If necessary, remove the instrument panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501-12.

Installation

WARNING: Always wear safety glasses when working on a vehicle equipped with an air bag or when working with the air bag module. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: To minimize the possibility of injury in the event of premature deployment, always carry the charged air bag with the air bag and cover facing away from your torso. Failure to follow this instruction may result in injury.

WARNING: To minimize the possibility of premature air bag deployment, charged air bag modules should only be installed on grounded workbenches and with the trim cover facing up. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

WARNING: Never touch the tester probes to the electrical connectors of the air bag modules or any other component of the supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Painting the driver air bag module trim cover or instrument cluster may damage the trim cover and the air bags. Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to paint discolored or damaged air bag module trim covers or instrument cluster. Install a new component. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.

1. Install a new instrument cluster if necessary. Refer to Section 501-12 for additional information.

2. If the original passenger airbag is to be installed, loosen the passenger airbag module sliding bracket mounting nuts.



3. Install the passenger airbag module.

• Connect the plug connectors.

4. Connect the passenger air bag module and reinforcement bracket to the instrument panel.



5.

NOTE: Route the trim cover brackets down through the passenger air bag module and sliding bracket.

Install the passenger airbag module trim cover.



6.

NOTE: Do not fully tighten the passenger air bag module trim cover bolts at this stage.

Install the passenger airbag module decorative cover mounting bolts.



7.

CAUTION: Make sure all passenger air bag module trim cover retaining clips are properly secured and the trim cover is flush with the instrument panel.

Tighten the passenger air bag module sliding bracket mounting bolts.



8. Tighten the passenger airbag module decorative cover mounting bolts.



9. Connect the anti-fog pipe to the heater body.



10. Install the ventilation duct.

• Connect the clamp.

11. Install the glove compartment.

• Attach the damper to the glove compartment.

12. Connect the ground cable to the battery. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01.