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Driver-Side Air Bag Module Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
  • Handling the driver-side air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the driver-side air bag module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS .) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS .)
  • Due to the adoption of 2-step deployment control in the driver-side air bag module, depending on the impact force, it is possible that inflator No. 2 might not deploy. In such cases, before disposing of the air bag module, make sure to follow the inflator deployment procedures and verify complete deployment of inflators No. 1 and 2.
NOTE:
  • The driver-side air bag module engages with the snap springs of the driver-side air bag module and the tabs of the steering wheel.
Fig 1: Identifying Driver-Side Air Bag Module Snap Springs And Tabs
G10953551Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Switch the ignition off.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more  . (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
  3. Verify the service hole on the back side of the steering wheel shown in the figure.
    Fig 2: Identifying Steering Wheel And Service Hole
    G10953552Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Insert the tool into the service hole.

    Recommended tool 

    • Phillips driver (diam. 6) 
    Fig 3: Inserting Tool Into Service Hole
    G10953553Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Press the snap springs in the direction of the arrows shown in the figure and detach the tabs.
    Fig 4: Pressing Snap Spring Tabs
    G10953554Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • While pressing the tool in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, move the tool in the direction of arrow (2).
    Fig 5: Pressing Snap Spring Using Tool
    G10953555Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the driver-side air bag module from the steering wheel.
    Fig 6: Identifying Driver Side Air Bag Module And Steering Wheel
    G10953556Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Using a flathead screwdriver, lift the locking device carefully, however do not remove it.
    Fig 7: Lifting Locking Device Using Flathead Screwdriver
    G10953557Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the driver-side air bag module connectors.
  9. Disconnect the horn switch connector.
  10. Remove the driver-side air bag module.
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