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Disabling System (Saturn, S Series)

  1. Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . Turn front wheels to straight-ahead position. Turn ignition off and remove key.
  2. Remove AIR BAG fuse from fuse block. Fuse block is located behind access cover on right side of center console. Remove Connector Position Assurance (CPA) clip from driver air bag Yellow 2-pin connector. Connector is clipped to steering column brace. See Figure. Disconnect Yellow 2-pin connector.
  3. Detach clip holding passenger air bag Yellow 2-pin connector to metal brace. Brace is near blower motor housing. See Figure. Remove CPA clip and disconnect passenger air bag Yellow 2-pin connector.
  4. If vehicle is equipped with curtain (head) air bags, remove screws and clips from instrument panel upper trim panel. See Figure. Disengage hook and loop fastener attachments at rear of upper trim panel by reaching under panel and lifting straight up. Raise upper trim panel enough to clear VIN plate, and remove trim panel. Disconnect left and right side curtain air bag Yellow 2-pin connectors. See Figure.