Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes.
Always work from the side of driver air bag module.

Remove the side lids (RH/LH).
Using Tamper resistant TORX bit (T30), remove the TORX bolts (T30) at right and left.

Fig 1: Removing TORX Bolts (T30) Right & Left
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Disconnect the steering wheel switch sub-harness connector.
Disconnect the air bag harness connector, and remove the driver air bag module.
CAUTION:
- For installing / removing driver air bag module connector, insert thin screwdriver wrapped in tape into notch, lift lock and remove connector.
- Install connector with lock raised, and push lock into connector.
Fig 2: Installing Connector With Lock Raised
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CAUTION:

Always work from the side of driver air bag module.
Always place driver air bag module with pad side facing upward.
Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into driver air bag module.
Do not disassemble driver air bag module.
Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
Do not expose the driver air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).

Fig 3: Driver Air Bag Module With Pad Side Facing Upward
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Replace driver air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the front passenger air bag module.

Fig 4: Precaution Handling Air Bag Module

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