Driver's Airbag Module: Removal

CAUTION: Refer to CAUTION before handling the airbag module.

Position the front wheels straight ahead. (After moving a vehicle 5 m (16 ft) or more with front wheels positioned straight ahead, make sure that the vehicle moves straight ahead.)
Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work.
Remove the driver's airbag module assembly.
1. Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (3 locations).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Driver's Airbag Module
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
2. Disconnect the horn harness and airbag connector and remove the airbag module assembly. Refer to DRIVER' AIRBAG MODULE, CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE, PRETENSIONER & LAP SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER .
  
  Fig 2: Removing Airbag Module Assembly
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.