Remove Driver-side Knee Air Bag Module: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Mazda CX-90. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Handling the knee air bag module improperly can activate (deploy) the air bag module unexpectedly, which may seriously injure you. Read the SRS air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the knee air bag module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS ) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS )

Remove using the procedure shown in the figure below.

Fig 1: Driver-Side Knee Air Bag Module Bolt And Nut With Torque Specifications

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Step	Part name
1	Air bag module connector (See Air bag module connector disconnection note )	-
2	Bolt	11 N.m {110 kgf.cm, 96 in.lb}
3	Nut	11 N.m {110 kgf.cm, 96 in.lb}
4	Knee air bag module	-