Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
NOTE: After disconnecting the cables, wait at least 30 seconds.
Remove the floor console.
(Refer to Body - "FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the rear air vent duct (A) after loosening the nut.

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Disconnect the Supplemental Restraint System Control Module (SRSCM) connector (A).

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Loosen the nuts and then remove the Supplemental Restraint System Control Module (A).
Tightening torque:

6.96 - 7.25 N°m (0.71 - 0.74 kgf°m, 5.13 - 5.35 lb°ft)

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CAUTION: Switch "OFF" the ignition when removing or installing SRSCM or other SRS components to avoid accidental airbag deployment.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the SRSCM connector.