Driver Airbag. Removal and Installation

Removal

1. 1
   If an SRS fault is present, GO to step 2. Otherwise, turn the ignition off, wait at least one minute and GO to step 3.
2. 2
   Disable the SRS.
   Refer to: Disabling and Enabling the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).
3. 3
   1. Locate the opening in the lower part of the steering wheel, insert a 3 mm (0.125 inch) hex key and press on the steering column spring clip to release the driver air bag retainer.

   2. Pull out the driver airbag and separate it from the steering wheel.

1. 1
   1. Firmly pull the left side of the driver air bag and release it from the spring clip.

   2. Firmly pull up the right side of the driver air bag and release it from the spring clip.

   

2. 2
   Disconnect the electrical connectors.

   

Installation

1. 1
   Connect the electrical connectors.

   

2. 2
   Insert the 2 driver air bag retainers into the steering wheel spring clips.

   

3. 3
   1. Press on the driver air bag.

   2. Rotate the driver air bag downward and engage the lower retaining hook on the spring clip.

   

4. 4
   If the SRS was disabled, enable the SRS.
   Refer to: Disabling and Enabling the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).