Install or Connect

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.

Install or Connect
1. The inflatable restraint I/P module to the vehicle.
2. The inflatable restraint I/P module fasteners. Torque the five bottom center fasteners first.

Tighten
^ Five bottom center fasteners (Bolts) to 22.5 N.m (16.5 lb. ft.).
^ Two upper side fasteners (Screws) to 5.5 N.m (49 lb. in.).
^ Enable the SIR system. Refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.

Tighten
^ Five bottom center fasteners (Bolts) to 22.5 N.m (16.5 lb. ft.).
^ Two upper side fasteners (Screws) to 5.5 N.m (49 lb. in.).