Disabling System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2002 GMC Envoy XL, 2002 GMC Envoy, and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury could occur. Read and follow service precautions. See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
NOTE:
When SIR fuse is removed and ignition is on, AIR BAG warning light will be on. This does not indicate a system malfunction.
- Turn steering wheel to place vehicle wheels in straight-ahead position. Turn ignition off and remove key.
- Remove SIR fuse from underhood fuse block, located above left wheel well. Remove driver-side knee bolster. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip from driver-side air bag module 4-pin connector, located at base of steering column. Disconnect driver-side air bag module connector. See Fig 1.
- Open glove box door. Lift stop on glove box and allow door to fully open. Remove CPA clip from passenger-side air bag module 4-pin connector. See Fig 2. Disconnect driver-side air bag module connector.
- Remove CPA clip from driver side impact air bag module connector, located under driver seat and disconnect connector. See Fig 3. Remove CPA clip from passenger side impact air bag module air bag connector, located under passenger front seat and disconnect connector.