Withdrawal
1. Disconnect a wire from the negative plug of the storage battery.
Warning! Before servicing the airbag system, make sure that at least 30 seconds have passed after the ignition is turned off and the wire is disconnected from the negative terminal of the battery.
2. Turn out three bolts of fastening of a pillow of safety of the driver.
Warnings! The removed airbag must be stored in a clean, dry place, face up.
4. Turn away a nut of fastening of a steering wheel. Puller 09561-11002 remove the steering wheel.
Attention! Do not knock on the steering wheel as this may damage the steering column.
6. When disconnecting the airbag coil wire electrical connector, unlock the lock by pulling it toward the outside of the vehicle.
Attention! When disconnecting the coiled wire electrical connector from the airbag, do not use force.
Airbag check
If there are any defects, the airbag must be replaced.
Warning! Do not attempt to measure the resistance of the airbag pyrotechnic inflator circuit as unauthorized deployment of the driver's airbag may occur.
1. Check the airbag cover for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check up an airbag on lack of indentation, splitting or deformation.
3. Check the condition of the hooks and connectors for damage, oxidation of the connector pins, and damage to the wiring harness.
4. Check the airbag pyrotechnic inflator housing for dents, cracks, or deformation.
5. Place the airbag against the steering wheel to check its alignment and suitability.