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Driver's Airbag Module: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: Refer to "CAUTION" in General Description before handling the airbag module. < Ref. to , CAUTION , General Description. >
  1. Position front wheels straight ahead. (After moving a vehicle more than 5 m (16 ft) with front wheels positioned straight ahead, make sure that the vehicle moves straight ahead).
  2. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  3. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery, and wait for at least 20 seconds before starting work.
  4. Using TORX® BIT T30, remove two TORX® bolts on side of steering wheel.
    Fig 1: Removing Torx Bolts On Side Of Steering Wheel
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  5. Disconnect airbag connector on back of airbag module, and then remove airbag module.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Airbag Connector On Back Of Airbag Module
    G03752159Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Refer to "CAUTION" for handling of a removed airbag module. < Ref. to ,  CAUTION  , GENERAL DESCRIPTION. > 
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