B4000 Regular Cab 4WD V6-4.0L OHV (1997)
Air Bag Deactivation Switch: Service and Repair
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect positive battery cable.
3. Wait one minute. This is the time required for back-up power supply in the air bag diagnostic monitor to deplete its stored energy.
4. Remove cupholders and front console (it equipped).
5. Remove ashtray assembly from I/P.
6. Remove in the order shown.
7. Install in reverse order of removal. Tighten retaining screws to 2 - 3 N.m (21 - 30 kg cm/ 18 - 26 lb.in.)
8. Cycle ignition switch to prove out air bag system.
Passenger Air Deactivation (PAD) Switch
1. Electrical connectors (2).
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Remove gray connector by prying plastic clips out of hole in gray reinforcement.
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Remove black connector by prying plastic clips out of hole in steel reinforcement.
2. PAD Switch Trim.
3. PAD Switch Mounting Screws (2).
4. PAD Switch.
