SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
Disconnect negative battery cable for 10 minutes before servicing. To ensure complete discharge, turn headlights on. Observe precautions as follows
- Always wear protective gloves when handling deployed or damaged air bag modules.
- Never service wiring or electrical components with air bag connected.
- DO NOT allow steering shaft to rotate freely during servicing.
- Always wear safety glasses when handling air bag modules.
DISABLING
The SRS air bag diagnostic unit contains a back-up power supply. Air bag system back-up power supply must be de-energized before servicing any SRS Air Bag components. Disconnect negative battery cable and WAIT 10 minutes before servicing air bag system components. To ensure complete discharge, turn headlights on.
ACTIVATING
After servicing SRS air bag components, connect negative battery cable. Turn ignition switch on, while viewing air bag indicator light. If light illuminates for 4-8 seconds and goes out, system is operating as designed. If light remains illuminated or flashes, a system fault is present. See appropriate article in MITCHELL® AIR BAG SERVICE & REPAIR manual.
STEERING WHEEL
Note. DO NOT try to remove steering wheel by striking shaft with a hammer. Position front wheels straight ahead and steering wheel centered to aid in proper installation of steering wheel.
COMBINATION SWITCH
Note. Clockspring connector is part of combination switch and is not serviced as a separate part.