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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: When you are carrying an undeployed inflator module:

   • Do not carry the inflator module by the wires or connector on the inflator module
   • Make sure the bag opening points away from you
When you are storing an undeployed inflator module, make sure the bag opening points away from the surface on which the inflator module rests. When you are storing a steering column, do not rest the column with the bag opening facing down and the column vertical. Provide free space for the air bag to expand in case of an accidental deployment. Otherwise, personal injury may result.


    Object Number: 428505  Size: SH
  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF position.
  2. Disable the frontal SIR system.
  3. Refer to Instrument Panel, Guages and Console in Body and Accessories for diagnosis and repair of the AIR BAG warning lamp.
  4. Remove the lamp.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 428505  Size: SH
  1. Install new lamp.
  2. Refer to Instrument Panel, Guages and Console in Body and Accessories for installing IP back to vehicle.
  3. Enable the frontal SIR system.