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flashing) if the correct ECS fuse has been removed. If the air bag indicator does not remain lit continuously, remove the correct RCM fuse before
proceeding.
5. WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible personal injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or
replacing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before servicing, replacing, adjusting or striking
components near the front air bag sensor, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches.
To deplete the backup power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait at least one minute. Be sure to disconnect
auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).
Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301) and wait at least one minute.
6. NOTE: Make sure the wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
Remove the driver air bag module.
1. Remove the steering wheel back cover plugs.
2. Remove the two driver air bag module bolts (one shown).
3. Disconnect the horn electrical connector.
4. Disconnect the driver air bag module electrical connector.
5. Remove the driver air bag module.
7. Attach the restraint system diagnostic tool to the clockspring electrical connector at the top of the steering column.
Vehicles equipped with a passenger air bag module
8. Pull out to release the retaining clips and remove the RH lower instrument panel finish panel.
