RAM 1500 Truck 2WD V8-5.2L VIN Y (1997)
Air Bag: Service and Repair
WARNING:
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The airbag system is a sensitive, complex electromechanical unit. Before attempting to diagnose or service any air-bag system or related
steering wheel, steering column, or instrument panel components you must first disconnect and isolate the battery negative (ground)
cable. Then wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before further system service. This is the only sure way to disable the
airbag system. Failure to do this could result in accidental air-bag deployment and possible personal injury.
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When removing a deployed airbag module, rubber gloves, eye protection, and a long-sleeved shirt should be worn. There may be deposits
on the airbag module and other interior surfaces. In large doses, these deposits may cause irritation to the skin and eyes.
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. If the airbag module has not been deployed, wait two minutes for the system capacitor to
discharge before further service.
2. From the underside of the steering wheel, remove the screws that secure the speed control switch or trim bar to the steering wheel.
3. If equipped with vehicle speed control, pull the switches away from the steering wheel far enough to unplug the wire harness connector from the
switch.
4. Remove the vehicle speed control switches or trim bar from the steering wheel.
