Villager V6-201 3.3L SOHC VIN T SFI (1999)
Air Bag Sliding Contact: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
WARNING: The backup power supply energy must be depleted before any air bag component service is performed. To deplete the backup
power supply energy, disconnect the battery ground cable and wait three minutes.
NOTE: Repair is made by installing a new part only. If the new part does not correct the condition, install the original part and perform the diagnostic
procedure again.
1. Remove the driver air bag module.
2. Remove the steering wheel.
NOTE: Make sure the wheels are in the straight-ahead position.
3. Apply two strips of masking tape across the air bag sliding contact to prevent accidental rotation when the air bag sliding contact is removed.
4. Remove the lower steering column shroud.
1
Remove the four screws.
2
Remove the lower steering column shroud.
5. Remove the four pushpins (two shown) and the CD changer cover (if equipped) or the console compartment door.