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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM: DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:
Be sure to read "PRECAUTION" thoroughly before servicing Airbag System (for TMC Made) for TMC made, Airbag System (except TMC Made) except TMC made).

2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

NOTICE:
Wait for 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable to prevent airbag deployment.

3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH Removal

4. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH Removal

5. REMOVE LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL FINISH PANEL LH Removal

6. REMOVE DRIVER SIDE KNEE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

(a) Remove the 4 bolts.





(b) Disconnect the airbag connector.

NOTICE:
When handling the airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

(c) Disengage the 2 claws and remove the DLC3 connector.





(d) Disengage the 2 hooks and remove the driver side knee airbag assembly.