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Airbag Control Module Removal And Installation/Replacement

Mobile Repair Possible:  Van/Car

WARNING: Explosive materials 
Failure to follow specified procedures may result in death or serious injury due to improper handling of airbag control module possible.
  • Only appropriately trained persons may carry out work on pyrotechnic components or the Airbag Control Unit.
  • Perform SRS disabling procedure prior to commencing work.
  • When replacing components of the SRS system, never install used or non-genuine components.
  • Pyrotechnic Components must be handled and scrapped appropriately.

Removal Procedure: 

  1. There is potential for inadvertent deployment of SRS systems during repairs if the system has not been properly disabled. Refer to SRS DISABLING AND ENABLING 
    NOTE: Ensure the 2-minute wait time has been observed before proceeding to next step.
  2. Disconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
  3. Remove Front Floor Console. Refer to FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
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  4. Unlock and disconnect electrical connector (1).
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  5. Remove 3 nuts (1).

    Torque: 9 Nm 

  6. Remove Airbag Control Module (2).

Installation Procedure: 

  1. Installation is the reverse of removal procedure, noting the following All fasteners must be tightened to torque specification! 
  2. Install Front Floor Console. Refer to FRONT FLOOR CONSOLE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT
  3. Reconnect the 12V battery negative terminal. Refer to 12V BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION
  4. Diagnostics, Programming and Setup. Refer to DIAGNOSTICS, PROGRAMMING AND SETUP USING SCAN TOOL IN SERVICE