Express 1/2 Ton Van AWD V8-5.3L VIN T (2003)
3.
Carefully release the clips retaining the instrument panel cluster bezel to the instrument panel.
4.
Place the shift lever in PARK and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
5.
Remove the AIR BAG on/off switch and bezel.
6.
Disconnect the electrical connector from the AIR BAG switch and remove the switch from the bezel.
Important
The purpose of the adhesive in the next step is to disable the switch so that it can't be operated with a key. It is NOT necessary to wait for the
adhesive to cure before reinstalling.
7.
With the AIR BAG switch in the ON position, apply the adhesive into the key cylinder opening in the switch.
8.
Reconnect the electrical connector to the AIR BAG switch and apply foam tape around the switch to prevent rattles.
9.
Position the switch and wiring into the recessed opening in the instrument panel and secure with tape as necessary.
10.
Install the "blank" panel into the switch bezel in place of the AIR BAG switch.
11.
Install the switch bezel assembly into the instrument panel.
12.
Place the shift lever in low gear and install the instrument panel cluster bezel to the instrument panel.
13.
Place the shift lever in PARK.
14.
Install the AIR BAG fuse.
15.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and verify that the AIR BAG light flashes seven times and goes out.
16.
Install a new label over the existing label on both the driver and passenger sun visors.
Vans - Disable Air Bag Switch
1.
Remove the AIR BAG fuse from the fuse block.
