4.5.01.3 Driver's Airbag Module Renew

4.5.01.3 Driver's Airbag Module Renew

Read and adhere to all warnings and safety procedures quoted at the start of this section when working on airbag modules.

1. Ensure that the steering system is centralised and that the steering wheel is in the lowest tilt position.
2. Disconnect the vehicle battery and insulate the battery lead to avoid accidental reconnection. Wait for at least one minute before proceeding with work on the removal of the airbag.

Note: The vehicle battery must be disconnected within 12 seconds of switching off the ignition to avoid the alarm siren sounding.

1. Insert the ignition key and turn to position I. Turn the steering wheel to the left, 90° from its straight ahead position, and loosen the first module securing torx screw.
2. Turn the steering wheel 180° to the right and loosen the second module securing torx screw.
3. Carefully remove the module from the steering wheel and disconnect the airbag module multi-plug.
4. To ensure personal safety, double check that the battery is still disconnected and the battery lead safely insulated. Connect the new airbag module multi-plug. Fit and align the new module to the steering wheel and tighten the two securing torx screws. Return the steering to the straight ahead position.
5. Remove the battery lead insulation and reconnect the battery lead.

Note: The vehicle clock and the window control unit will need resetting after completion of this procedure.

1. Switch on the ignition and check that the airbag warning light comes on when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes after approximately six seconds indicating satisfactory completion of the airbag system self tests.