Airbag Assembly Replacement

WARNING: Store a removed airbag assembly with the pad surface up. if the airbag is improperly stored face down, accidental deployment could propel the unit with enough force to cause serious injury.

CAUTION:
^ Do not install used SRS parts from another car. When repairing, use only new SRS parts.
^ Carefully inspect the airbag assembly before you install it. Do not install an airbag assembly that shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.
^ Always keep the short connector(s) (RED) on the airbag(s) when the harness is disconnected.
^ Do not disassemble or tamper with the airbag assembly.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable.
2. Install the short connector(s) (RED) on the airbag side of the connector(s), refer to Short Connector.
3. Remove the airbag(s):

Driver-Side Airbag Removal:

Driver's Side:
^ Remove the two TORX bolts using a TORX T3O bit, then remove the driver's airbag assembly.

Front Passenger-Side Airbag Removal:

Front Passenger's Side:
^ Remove the six mounting nuts, then carefully lift the front passenger's airbag out of the dashboard.

CAUTION: Be sure to install the SRS wiring so that it is not pinched or interfering with other car parts.

4. Install the new airbag(s).

Driver-Side Airbag Installation:

Driver's Side:
^ Place the driver's airbag assembly in the steering wheel, and secure it with new TORX bolts.

Front Passenger-Side Airbag Installation:

Front Passenger's Side:
^ Place the front passenger's airbag assembly in the dashboard.
^ Loosely install all six mounting nuts.
^ Tighten the upper four nuts first, then the lower two nuts. The lower mounting brackets are adjustable, if necessary.

5. Remove and properly store the short connector(s), then reconnect the airbag connector(s), refer to Short Connector.
6. Connect the battery positive cable, then the negative cable.
7. After installing the airbag assembly, confirm proper system operation:
^ Turn the ignition ON (II): The instrument panel SRS indicator light should go ON for about six seconds and then go OFF.
^ Make sure both horn buttons work.
^ Take a test drive and make sure the cruise control set/resume switch works.