Air Bag Deactivation Indicator: Service and Repair

PASSENGER AIR BAG DEACTIVATION (PAD) INDICATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION









WARNING:To reduce the risk of accidental deployment, do not use any memory saver devices. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury or death.
NOTE:The air bag warning indicator illuminates when the restraints control module (RCM) fuse is removed and the ignition switch is ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate a supplemental restraint system (SRS) fault.
NOTE:Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and carry out the diagnostic procedure again.
NOTE:The supplemental restraint system (SRS) must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to the customer.
NOTE:The passenger air bag deactivation indicator is part of the upper I/P center finish panel.
1. Depower the system. See Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering And Repowering.





2. Open and lower the glove compartment door to gain access to the passenger air bag deactivation (PAD) indicator electrical connector.

- Disconnect the PAD indicator electrical connector.

3. Pull out to release the retaining clips and detach the I/P upper center finish panel.

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

5. Repower the system. See Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering And Repowering.