Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle's wheels are pointing
straight ahead.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Important: With the SIR Fuse removed and the ignition switch in the ON position.
The AIR BAG warning lamp illuminates. This is normal operation, and does not
indicate an SIR system malfunction.
Remove the SIR Fuse from the IP fuse block.
Remove the sound insulator-LH. Refer to SOUND INSULATOR REPLACEMENT.
Remove the knee bolster, if equipped. Refer to
Knee Bolster Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges
and Console.
Remove the connector position
assurance (CPA) from the driver yellow 2-way connector located at the base
of the steering column.
Disconnect the driver
yellow 2-way connector located at the base of the steering column.
Open the IP compartment door, lift, stop and allow door to fully
open.
Remove the connector position
assurance (CPA) from the passenger yellow 2-way connector located behind the
glove box.
Disconnect the passenger yellow 2-way connector located behind
the glove box.