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.
Caution: A deployed dual stage inflator module will look the same whether one or both
stages were used, always assume a deployed dual stage inflator module has an active
stage 2. Improper handling or servicing can activate the inflator module and cause
personal injury.
- Disable the SIR system.
Refer to
Disabling the SIR System
.
- Remove the right insulator panel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side
in Instrument Panel,
Gages and Console.
- Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) (4) from
the instrument panel (I/P) module connector (2).
- Remove the I/P module yellow connector (2) from the vehicle
wiring harness yellow connector (1).
- Remove the I/P module yellow connector (2) from the I/P
bracket (3).
- Remove the I/P upper trim
pad. Refer to
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
- Note the routing position of the I/P module wire harness, to help
in re-assembly.
- Push the I/P module yellow connector (2) back away from
the I/P (3).
- Remove the I/P module
mounting fasteners (2).
- Remove the I/P module (3) from the I/P (1).
- When removing the I/P module (3) do not damage pigtail
and the connector (4).
Installation Procedure
- When installing the I/P
module (3) do not damage the pigtail and the connector (4).
- Route the I/P module pigtail (4) down through the I/P (1).
- Install the I/P module (3) to the I/P (1).
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the mounting fasteners (2) to the inflatable restraint
I/P module.
Tighten
Tighten fasteners to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).
- Route the I/P module wiring
harness (2) in place to secure the yellow connector clip to the I/P (3).
- Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Pad Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gages and
Console.
- Clip the I/P module yellow
connector (2) to the I/P bracket (3).
- Install the I/P module yellow connector (2) to the vehicle
harness yellow connector (1).
- Install the CPA (4) to the I/P module connector (2).
- Install the right insulator panel. Refer to
Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Right Side
in Instrument Panel,
Gages and Console.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
Enabling the SIR System
.
- Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced
under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required
retention period. Refer to
Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping
.