Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming: Service and Repair

DISABLE AIR BAG SYSTEM






1. Turn steering wheel so that vehicle's wheels (front tires) are pointing straight ahead.
2. Turn ignition switch to "LOCK" position and remove key.
3. Remove "AIR BAG" fuse from the air bag fuse box.
4. Remove steering wheel side cap (left) and disconnect Yellow connector of driver air bag (inflator) module.
5. Pull out glove box while pushing its stopper from both right and left sides and disconnect Yellow connector of passenger air bag (inflator) module.

NOTE: With "AIR BAG" fuse removed and ignition switch ON, "AIR BAG" warning lamp will be ON. This is normal operation and does not indicate an air bag system malfunction.

ENABLE AIR BAG SYSTEM






1. Turn ignition switch to "LOCK" and remove key.
2. Connect Yellow connector of passenger air bag (inflator) module and Yellow connector of driver air bag (inflator) module respectively, and be sure to lock each connector with lock lever. Fit each air bag (inflator) module connector onto each connector stay.
3. Install glove box and steering wheel side cap.
4. Install "AIR BAG" fuse to the air bag fuse box.
5. Turn ignition switch to "ON" and verify that "AIR BAG" warning lamp flashes 7 times and then turns off. If it does not operate as described, perform "Air Bag Diagnostic System Check".