Driver-side AIR Bag Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus SC 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove connector from rear of driver-side air bag module. Disengage claw and remove driver-side air bag module cover (pad).
- Install 2 bolts (6 mm X 35 mm) with washers into holes located in rear of air bag module and tighten bolts by hand. DO NOT overtighten bolts. Wrap strong wire at least twice around each bolt. See Fig 1. Ensure no slack is present in wire. If slack is present, or wire is not strong enough, driver-side air bag module may become loose due to shock when air bag deploys.
- Position driver-side air bag module on rim of a scrap tire and wheel assembly with pad side facing upward. See Fig 2. Securely tie air bag module to wheel rim through lug nut holes. Place a large cardboard box weighted with at least 44 lbs. (20 kg) at sides or at least 3 scrap tires on top of wheel which air bag module is attached. Each tire must exceed 7.87" (185 mm) wide and 14.17" (360 mm) diameter.
- Connect Deployment Tool (09082-00700) and Adapter (09082-00760) to air bag module connector. Position deployment tool at least 33 feet (10 m) away from air bag module. Press activation switch to deploy air bag. Because of heat, wait 30 minutes before handling driver-side air bag module. Seal deployed air bag in vinyl bag and dispose of in usual manner.