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Airbag Control Module: Removal

CAUTION:
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>General Description>CAUTION .
  • Do not disassemble the airbag control module.
  • If the airbag control module is deformed or if there is any trace of water on the module, replace the airbag control module with a new one.
  • Do not drop the airbag control module.
  • After removal, keep the airbag control module on a dry, clean surface away from moisture, heat and dust.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  2. Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
    NOTE: Shift the select lever into "N" before disconnecting the ground terminal from the battery sensor.
  3. Remove the grille ventilation assembly center. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER>Air Vent Grille>REMOVAL>CENTER GRILLE ASSEMBLY .
  4. Remove the switch assembly hazard. Ref. to LIGHTING SYSTEM>Hazard Switch>REMOVAL .
  5. Remove the audio assembly or navigation assembly. Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>Audio>REMOVAL .
  6. Remove the heater control assembly. Ref. to AIR CONDITIONER>Control Panel>REMOVAL .
  7. Remove the cover assembly front and the console box assembly. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Console Box>REMOVAL .
  8. Remove the cover center side and the cover center socket. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Center Console>REMOVAL .
  9. Remove the airbag control module.
    1. Disconnect the connector from airbag control module. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>Airbag Connector>PROCEDURE>AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE .
    2. Remove the bolt and nuts and remove the airbag control module.
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