Disabling System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Firebird and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Accidental air bag deployment is possible. Personal injury may occur. Wait at least one minute after disabling SIR system before servicing vehicle or air bag system.
NOTE:
When AIR BAG fuse is removed and ignition switch is in RUN position, 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 instrument panel fuse block access door. Remove AIR BAG fuse (15-amp) from instrument panel fuse block.
- Remove driver-side knee bolster. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip and disconnect driver-side air bag Yellow 2-pin connector, located at base of steering column. See Fig 1. Remove passenger-side knee bolster. Remove CPA clip and disconnect passenger-side air bag Yellow 2-pin connector, located behind glove box. See Fig 2.