Air Bag BMW 528i PDF

AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Article Text
1998 BMW 528i
For Cise Electronica Gral. Jose M. Bustillo 3243 Capital Federal Buenos Aires 1406
Copyright © 1998 Mitchell Repair Information Company, LLC
Tuesday, August 13, 2002 11:19PM
ARTICLE BEGINNING
1998 AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

BMW
5 Series
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and
carefully follow all WARNINGS and SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.
The main components of Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

include a driver-side air bag module (located in center of steering
wheel), passenger side air bag module (located inside instrument
panel, above glove box), side air bag modules (located in both front
doors and optionally in both rear doors also), head protection system
(located around top of front door opening), electronic SRS control
unit, contact ring, energy capacitor/voltage transformer (integrated
into SRS control unit), SRS warning light, driver-side knee bolster
mounted under steering column, seat belt contacts, and Emergency
Tensioning Retractor (ETR) seat belt assemblies. For SRS to operate
properly, 3-point seat belts must be worn.
When SRS control unit senses an impact, it transmits a
voltage signal to gas generator pellets in air bag modules and the ETR
seat belt assemblies. The voltage signal ignites gas generator pellets
to produce a quantity of non-toxic nitrogen gas.
In the air bag modules, the nitrogen gas passes through a
tiny filter to fill and deploy the air bags in about 30 milliseconds.
After the air bags inflate to maximum expansion, the nitrogen gas is
released away from driver through 2 ventilation holes in rear of air
bag. The air bag inflation and collapse sequence takes about 30-35
milliseconds.
In the Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) seat belt
assembly, the ignited nitrogen gas forces a piston to be driven
downward in a tube attached to seat belt assembly. Piston has a cable
attached to it. Cable pulls on seat belt reel, increasing seat belt
tension and holding front seat occupant(s) tightly against seat
backrest.
SRS ACTIVATION
SRS is activated when SRS control unit detects a frontal

impact exceeding programmed threshold. The SRS control unit checks the
status of various sensors and deploy different parts of the SRS system
as needed. Both front seat belt latches are equipped with micro-
switches wired to the SRS control unit. Driver-side air bag will not
be deployed by the SRS control unit if driver seat belt is buckled and
impact severity is light. If belt is not buckled or impact is more
severe, driver-side air bag will deploy.
Passenger-side air bag will not be deployed if seat belt is
buckled and impact severity is light. If belt is not buckled, or in a
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more severe frontal impact, passenger-side air bag will deploy. Seat
belt contact micro-switches are also used to control emergency
tensioning retractors. SRS control unit will only deploy belt
tensioning retractors on belts that are buckled. In the event a
frontal impact occurs while SRS control unit detects faults in any
sensors, control unit will deploy all air bags and emergency
tensioning retractors in seat belts.
CONTACT RING
Contact ring (mounted on steering column, under steering

wheel) is a continuous loop of wire ribbon that forms an electrical
circuit between the steering wheel and steering column. This wire
ribbon winds and unwinds to ensure electrical contact when the
steering wheel is turned. A replacement contact ring may come with a
lock screw to keep the contact ring centered until it is installed.
For centering procedure, see CONTACT RING under ADJUSTMENTS.
DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
Driver-side air bag module consists of an inflatable air bag,

gas generator and ignitor. The gas generator and ignitor make up the
inflator unit, which is mounted permanently on rear of air bag module.
A 2-wire connector with gold-plated terminals is mounted
inside inflator unit, at rear of air bag module. When 2-wire connector
is disconnected, a safety shorting spring inside inflator connector
spreads open, touching both terminals. This prevents air bag module
from inflating if voltage is accidentally applied across terminals.
A 2-wire connector with gold-plated terminals is mounted
inside inflator unit, at rear of air bag module. When 2-wire connector
is disconnected, a safety shorting spring inside inflator connector
spreads open, touching both terminals. This prevents air bag module
from inflating if voltage is accidentally applied across terminals.
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
Passenger-side air bag module is installed inside instrument

panel, above glove box. It is accessible by removing tray or panel on
top of passenger side instrument panel. Air bag module consists of
large inflatable air bag, 2 gas generators, and 2 igniters. Air bag
fully inflates in about 35 milliseconds. Gas is then released through
a filtered vent on the windshield side of the air bag, causing it to
deflate.
SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
Side air bag modules are installed behind door trim panel on
both front doors. They are accessible by removing door trim panel of
appropriate door. Side air bag module consists of an inflatable air
bag, gas generator, and igniter. Air bag fully inflates in about 35
milliseconds. Gas is then released through a filtered vent on the back
side of the air bag, causing it to deflate.
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SIDE IMPACT HEAD PROTECTION SYSTEM (HPS)
Side impact Head Protection System (HPS) consists of air bag

modules which are installed along both front pillars and over front
doors. They add additional protection for the driver and passenger in
the event of a severs side impact. Module consists of an inflatable
tube-shaped air bag, gas generator, and igniter. Air bag fully
inflates in about 35 milliseconds. Gas is then released through a
filtered vent causing it to deflate.
EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (ETR) IN SEAT BELT
Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) in seat belt assembly

contains a gas generator pellet. When air bags deploy, SRS control
unit ignites gas generator pellet and forces a piston downward in tube
attached to seat belt assembly. Piston has a cable attached to it.
Cable pulls on seat belt reel, taking up seat belt slack. This
increases seat belt effectiveness. Not all vehicles are equipped with
this system.
ENERGY CAPACITOR
If normal power source (battery voltage) is interrupted

during a collision, energy capacitor inside SRS control unit supplies
SRS power. If energy capacitor fails, a code sets.
SEAT BELT CONTACTS
Seat belt contact sensors are used to signal SRS control

unit. Both front seat belt latch assemblies are equipped with micro-
switches. SRS control unit utilizes switched ground input signal to
determine seat belt status. Not all vehicles are equipped with this
system.
SEAT OCCUPANCY MODULE (SBE) (ANALOG TO DIGITAL CONVERTER)
Output signals from the passenger-side seat occupancy sensor

pad are converted from a varying analog signal to a digital pulse
signal by the SBE. This signal is then sent to the SRS control unit to
assist it in making deployment decisions. SBE module is located under
passenger seat. Not all vehicles are equipped with this system.
SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR PAD
Front passenger seat cushion is equipped with a foil contact

sensor. If front passenger seat is occupied, seat occupancy detector
will send a varying analog signal to the SBE. This signal varies in
direct proportion to the weight or movement of seat occupant. Not all
vehicles are equipped with this system.
SRS CONTROL UNIT (SRS DIAGNOSTIC UNIT)

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The SRS control unit is located under center console, behind

ventilation grill. SRS control unit contains an internal safety
sensor. If SRS control unit safety sensor senses an impact, it applies
voltage to the air bags. The SRS control unit also features a self-
diagnostic system that monitors the SRS for faults. If a fault is
detected, a code sets in SRS control unit memory.
SRS WARNING LIGHT
When ignition is turned on, SRS warning light illuminates

with other instrument panel lights. If no faults are sensed in the
SRS, the warning light will go out after about 6-10 seconds with
engine off, or go out immediately when engine is started. If SRS
warning light remains on, this indicates a fault in SRS. When vehicle
is moving, SRS control unit informs driver of any faults in SRS by
flashing SRS warning light for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, the SRS
warning light will remain on until fault is repaired and SRS control
unit defect fault code memory is cleared. If SRS warning light fails
to illuminate when ignition switch is turned on, this indicates bulb
is faulty and/or wire circuit to bulb is shorted to ground.
VOLTAGE TRANSFORMER
Voltage transformer is an integral part of SRS control unit.

Voltage transformer boosts SRS power supply voltage to 35 volts to
ignite gas generator pellets in air bag module.
WIRING HARNESS
For easy identification, SRS wiring harness is Orange in

color. SRS wiring harness is not repairable. It must be replaced if
faulty.
SERVICING
Look at date specified on SRS label attached to glove box

door. This date indicates when the SRS must be serviced. Servicing
consists of thoroughly inspecting all SRS components and performing a
SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK
Turn ignition switch to ON position. If SRS warning light

does not come on, SRS warning light bulb or circuit is faulty. If SRS
warning light comes on and then goes out after about 6 seconds, SRS is
okay at this time. If SRS warning light does not respond as specified,
SRS is malfunctioning and must be repaired.
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
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Observe these precautions when working on SRS:
* When working around steering column and before any repairs

are performed, disable SRS. See procedures under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
* Always ensure radio is off before disconnecting battery. This
will prevent damage to radio microprocessor.
* Before straightening damaged metal or arc-welding, disable
SRS and disconnect front sensors. See procedures under
* After disabling SRS, wait at least 5 minutes before
servicing vehicle. SRS control unit maintains SRS voltage
for about 5 minutes after system is disabled. Servicing
SRS before 5 minutes may cause accidental air bag deployment
and possible personal injury.
* Always wear safety glasses and gloves when handling a
deployed air bag module. Air bag module may contain sodium
hydroxide deposits, which irritates skin.
* Handle sensors carefully. Never strike or jar sensors. All
sensors and mounting bracket bolts must be tightened to
specification to ensure proper sensor operation. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS.
* Never use any SRS component that has been dropped from 2 feet
or higher.
* To avoid air bag deployment when trouble shooting SRS, DO NOT
use self-powered electrical test equipment, such as battery-
powered or AC-powered voltmeter, ohmmeter, etc. DO NOT repair
any part of SRS wiring harness.
* Always handle air bag module with trim cover away from your
body. Always place air bag module on workbench with trim
cover up, away from loose objects.
* Never expose SRS components to temperatures greater than
167°F (75°C).
* Never expose any SRS system components to cleaning agents
such as solvents, gasoline, lye, etc.
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM
WARNING: After disabling system, wait at least 5 minutes before

servicing vehicle. Energy capacitor in SRS control unit
maintains system voltage for about 5 minutes after system is
disabled. Servicing system before 5 minutes may cause
accidental air bag deployment and possible personal injury.
Disabling System
1) Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.
Retrieve fault codes before disconnecting battery. Ensure that
ignition is off. Disconnect and shield the negative battery cable.
Wait at least 5 minutes for energy capacitor in the SRS control unit
to discharge.
2) Remove steering column lower casing cover. See Fig. 1.
Remove Orange SRS connector from its holder on steering column.
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Disconnect Orange SRS connector. Remove glove box and disconnect both
Orange SRS connectors from passenger-side air bag module. System is
now disabled.
Fig. 1: Locating Steering Column Orange SRS Connector

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Activating System
1) Ensure ignition switch is in OFF position. Reconnect all
Orange SRS connectors that were disconnected. Position Orange SRS
connector back into holder on steering column. Place Orange SRS
connectors back into position near passenger air bag module. Install
glove box.
2) Install steering column lower casing cover. Connect
negative battery cable. System is now activated. Perform system
operation check to ensure system is functioning properly and no fault
codes are set. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
WARNING: Air bag module and ETR unit must be deployed before disposal.
Disposing of undeployed components may violate federal, state
and/or local laws. This also applies to vehicles that are to
be scrapped.
DEPLOYED AIR BAG MODULE & ETR UNIT
Deployed air bag modules and ETR units are not classified as
hazardous material; dispose of them like any other part.
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ON-VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT (SCRAPPED VEHICLES ONLY)
WARNING: If components will not deploy using the following procedures,

contact vehicle manufacturer for disposal instructions.
Driver-Side Air Bag

1) Before proceeding, follow service precautions. See
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. Move vehicle outdoors to a remote area, away from
workshop and people. Disconnect and shield negative battery cable.
Close all windows and doors. Ensure air bag module is securely
installed on steering wheel. Remove loose objects from front seat.
2) Disconnect connector from SRS control unit. SRS control
unit is located underneath and between rear seats. Attach Igniter (62
1 270) and Cable (62 1 210) to 30-pin connector or 50-pin connector
with Cable (62 1 310). Connect igniter to 12-volt battery placed 33
ft. (10 m) from vehicle.
3) Move away from vehicle, preferably standing in front, as
far as igniter leads reach. Press igniter switch to deploy air bags
and pretensioners. If Cable (62 1 310, 50-pin connector) is used, only
air bags and pretensioner on one side of vehicle will deploy. To
deploy remaining air bags and pretensioner, connect cable to free
connector and repeat this step.
UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG - FAULTY UNIT
If diagnostic testing and deploying procedures indicate air

bag module and/or ETR is faulty, DO NOT dispose of in usual manner.
Contact vehicle manufacturer for proper disposal instructions.
OFF-VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT
Contact manufacturer for specific instructions.
POST-COLLISION INSPECTION
When a vehicle has been involved in a collision, certain

components of the passive restraint system must be inspected or
replaced. See PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSPECTION article in the
GENERAL INFORMATION section for post-collision inspection information.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
WARNING: Failure to follow service precautions may result in air bag

deployment and personal injury. See SERVICE PRECAUTIONS.
After component replacement, ensure proper system operation.
See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
CONTACT RING
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Removal
Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. Disable air bag system. See procedures under
DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove air bag module. See
DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE. Remove steering wheel. See procedures
under STEERING WHEEL. Remove contact ring cover and ground wire screw.
Remove mounting screws and contact ring. See Fig. 2.
Fig. 2: Removing Contact Ring From Steering Wheel

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Installation
If installing original contact ring, center contact ring
before installation. See CONTACT RING under ADJUSTMENTS. If installing
new contact ring, new contact ring is held in center position with
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shipping lock pin. DO NOT remove lock pin until contact ring is
attached to steering wheel. Install contact ring and reinstall screws
holding ring to wheel hub. Pinch ends of locking pin with a pliers and
remove. Reverse remainder of removal procedure and ensure system is
functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
Removal & Installation

1) Before proceeding, follow air bag service precautions. See
2) Using Torx TX30 bit with long shank, remove air bag module
Torx screws from rear of steering wheel. Lift up air bag module to
disconnect wiring connector from rear of module. Put air bag module in
a secure area with trim pad (air bag) facing upward. See Fig. 3.
3) To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten air bag
module Torx screws to specification. Activate air bag system. Perform
system operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See
Fig. 3: Removing Driver-Side Air Bag Module

PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

2) Lift air bag cover away from top of instrument panel. For
ease of removal, insert plastic wedges in both sides of detents for
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instrument panel. Remove 4 air bag module retaining bolts/nuts and

remove air bag module from instrument. Disconnect Orange SRS harness
connector from passenger air bag module.
3) To install, reverse removal procedure. Be careful not to
pinch wiring harness. Front cover lugs must locate in recesses of
instrument panel. Install and tighten screws to specification.
See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Activate air bag system. Perform system
operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See
SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

2) Remove appropriate front door trim panel. Disconnect side
air bag module electrical connector. Remove and discard side air bag
mounting screws.
3) To install, reverse removal procedure. Use NEW micro-
encapsulated mounting screws and tighten to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Activate air bag system. Perform system
operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See
EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (ETR) SEAT BELT
Information is not available.
ENERGY CAPACITOR

1) Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. Disable air
bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove SRS
control unit. See SRS CONTROL UNIT.
2) Using a .008" (0.20 mm) feeler gauge or a very small
screwdriver, pry small cover from SRS control unit to expose energy
capacitor. See Fig. 4. Remove 3 screws securing energy capacitor.
Remove energy capacitor.
3) To install, reverse removal procedure. Clean all contacts
and install energy capacitor and cover. Install SRS control unit.
Activate air bag system. Perform system operation check to ensure
system is functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
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Fig. 4: Removing Energy Capacitor From SRS Control Unit

SEAT BELT CONTACTS

Switches are located in seat belt latch assemblies. No other
information is available.
SIDE IMPACT HEAD PROTECTION SYSTEM (HPS)

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bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove grab
handles. Remove trim from both front ("A") pillars. Remove trim from
both center ("B") pillars and suspend on shoulder belt. Remove trim
from both rear ("C") pillars. Remove rear seat.
2) Remove sun visors, mirror lights and interior light
assembly. Position front seatbacks as flat as possible. Pull headliner
upwards out of sheet metal tabs then, pull towards right rear door to
remove.
3) Remove appropriate kick panel. Disconnect HPS gas
generator electrical connector. Remove bolt securing gas generator
with bracket to side cowl and remove gas generator. Gas generator is
located on cowl just below window sill.
4) Remove front "A"-pillar retaining screw securing HPS
tether to "A"-pillar. See Fig. 5. Remove bottom "A"-pillar bracket
retaining screw and remove bracket from keyed slot. Remove top "A"-
pillar bracket retaining screw and remove bracket from keyed slot.
5) Remove HPS air bag from under front grab handle bracket.
Be careful not to damage air bag. Remove "B"-pillar bracket retaining
screw and remove bracket from keyed slot. Remove rear grab handle
bracket. Remove rear retaining screw securing HPS tether to roof.
Remove air bag assembly.
6) To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure HPS air bag
does not contact any sharp edges either on body or on clips. Activate
air bag system. Perform system operation check to ensure system is
functioning properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
Fig. 5: Side Impact Head Protection System Retaining Elements

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SRS CONTROL UNIT

bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. The SRS control
unit is located under center console, behind ventilation grill.
2) Press upward on ventilation grill, then lift can holder
out from side and remove. Slide ventilation grill downward and remove.
Remove SRS control unit mounting nuts. Disconnect SRS control unit
harness connector and remove control unit.
3) To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure ground lead
is installed on control unit mounting stud. Activate air bag system.
If installing a new SRS control unit, it must be re-encoded. Perform
system operation check to ensure system is functioning properly. See
STEERING WHEEL
Removal
2) Remove air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE.
Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Remove steering
wheel hub nut. Note how spring/clip lock is holding contact ring in
center position. See Fig. 6. Mark steering wheel hub in relation to
steering shaft for installation reference.
3) Unlock spring/clip lock before pulling off steering wheel
by prying spring/clip lock out with small blade screwdriver. Pull
steering wheel off by hand, or if necessary, use appropriate steering
wheel puller. Carefully guide contact ring wiring up through steering
column, while removing steering wheel/contact ring.
Fig. 6: Holding Contact Ring In Center Position

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Installation
1) Viewing bottom of steering wheel, if contact ring is not
centered (arrows do not line up), adjust contact ring before
completing steering wheel installation. See CONTACT RING under
ADJUSTMENTS.
2) Guide contact ring wiring down through column. Position
steering wheel onto shaft splines using reference mark for realignment
positioning. At same time, accurately align column locking pins into
opening in contact ring on bottom of steering wheel.
3) Install and tighten steering wheel hub nut to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Connect horn wiring. Install
air bag module. Activate air bag system. Ensure system is functioning
properly. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
ADJUSTMENTS
CONTACT RING
Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Press

down spring clip lock in steering wheel hub center and hold clip lock
down. See Fig. 7. On bottom side of steering wheel, turn contact ring
all the way either clockwise or counterclockwise until it stops. Turn
contact ring back about 3 turns until arrows align. Release spring
clip lock. Contact ring is now in center position.
Fig. 7: Adjusting Contact Ring

WIRE REPAIR
DO NOT repair SRS wiring or harness connectors. If SRS wiring

or harness connectors are faulty, replace complete Orange SRS wiring
harness.
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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Steering Wheel Hub Nut ........................... 58 (80)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Driver-Side Air Bag Module Torx Screw ............. 70 (8)

Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) Bolt ............ (1)
Passenger-Side Air Bag Unit Nut/Bolt ................. (1)
Side Air Bag Module Screw ............................ (1)
SRS Control Unit Bolt ................................ (1)
(1) - Information is not available.

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DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
WARNING: Always follow air bag service precautions to avoid

air bag deployment and possible personal injury.
See SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. After component replacement,
ensure proper system operation. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
The SRS is monitored by diagnostic unit. Diagnostic unit

monitors critical circuits within SRS. Circuits have a corresponding
fault code.
Diagnosis of the system requires the use of BMW service
tester for SRS or equivalent Scan Tool. Faults displayed when
performing a fault survey on SRS are shown in either permanent or
sporadic status based on status at time fault survey is performed.
Follow equipment manufacturers instructions for retrieval, repair and
clearing of fault codes.
WIRING DIAGRAMS
Information is not available.
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AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM

1998 AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS

DESCRIPTION & OPERATION

The main components of Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

SRS is activated when SRS control unit detects a frontal

Contact ring (mounted on steering column, under steering

DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Driver-side air bag module consists of an inflatable air bag,

PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Passenger-side air bag module is installed inside instrument

SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

SIDE IMPACT HEAD PROTECTION SYSTEM (HPS)

Side impact Head Protection System (HPS) consists of air bag

EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (ETR) IN SEAT BELT

Emergency Tensioning Retractor (ETR) in seat belt assembly

If normal power source (battery voltage) is interrupted

SEAT BELT CONTACTS

Seat belt contact sensors are used to signal SRS control

SEAT OCCUPANCY MODULE (SBE) (ANALOG TO DIGITAL CONVERTER)

Output signals from the passenger-side seat occupancy sensor

SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR PAD

Front passenger seat cushion is equipped with a foil contact

SRS CONTROL UNIT (SRS DIAGNOSTIC UNIT)

The SRS control unit is located under center console, behind

SRS WARNING LIGHT

When ignition is turned on, SRS warning light illuminates

Voltage transformer is an integral part of SRS control unit.

For easy identification, SRS wiring harness is Orange in

Look at date specified on SRS label attached to glove box

SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK

Turn ignition switch to ON position. If SRS warning light

Observe these precautions when working on SRS:

* When working around steering column and before any repairs

DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM

WARNING: After disabling system, wait at least 5 minutes before

Fig. 1: Locating Steering Column Orange SRS Connector

* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *

DEPLOYED AIR BAG MODULE & ETR UNIT

ON-VEHICLE DEPLOYMENT (SCRAPPED VEHICLES ONLY)

WARNING: If components will not deploy using the following procedures,

Driver-Side Air Bag

UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG - FAULTY UNIT

If diagnostic testing and deploying procedures indicate air

Contact manufacturer for specific instructions.

When a vehicle has been involved in a collision, certain

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *

WARNING: Failure to follow service precautions may result in air bag

Fig. 2: Removing Contact Ring From Steering Wheel

DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Removal & Installation

Fig. 3: Removing Driver-Side Air Bag Module

PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Removal & Installation

instrument panel. Remove 4 air bag module retaining bolts/nuts and

SIDE AIR BAG MODULE

Removal & Installation

EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (ETR) SEAT BELT

Information is not available.

Removal & Installation

Fig. 4: Removing Energy Capacitor From SRS Control Unit

SEAT BELT CONTACTS

Removal & Installation