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Disabling System

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: When AIR BAG fuse is removed and ignition switch is in RUN, the AIR BAG warning light will be on. This does not indicate a system malfunction.
  1. Turn steering wheel to place vehicle wheels in straight-ahead position. Turn ignition switch to LOCK position.
  2. Remove AIR BAG fuse from left instrument panel bussed electrical center. Remove instrument cluster insulator. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip and disconnect driver-side Yellow 2-way connector at base of steering column. Remove instrument panel compartment (glove compartment) insulator. Disconnect passenger-side CPA and passenger-side Yellow 2-way connector, located behind instrument panel compartment (glove compartment), from air bag module pigtail.