Note: Before you start, disconnect the car's battery to prevent accidental airbag deployment.
1. Remove the Steering Wheel:
- Use a Torx wrench to remove the two screws that hold the steering wheel airbag cover.
- Gently pry the airbag cover off using a plastic trim removal tool.
- There will be a clip hidden behind the 3 o'clock spoke; release it using the trim tool.
- Disconnect the airbag connector and the horn connector behind the steering wheel.
- Use a 19mm socket to loosen and remove the steering wheel bolt.
- Carefully pull the steering wheel straight toward you to remove it from the shaft.
2. Remove the Airbag Assembly:
- Locate the two 10mm bolts holding the airbag assembly to the steering column.
- Remove these bolts and carefully pull the airbag assembly towards you.
- Disconnect the airbag connector from the assembly.
3. Install the New Airbag:
- Carefully connect the airbag connector to the new airbag assembly.
- Slide the airbag assembly back into place and install the two 10mm bolts.
- Tighten the bolts until snug.
4. Reinstall the Steering Wheel:
- Align the steering wheel with the steering column shaft.
- Install the steering wheel bolt and tighten it using the 19mm socket.
- Reconnect the horn connector and the airbag connector behind the steering wheel.
- Clip the airbag cover back into place and insert the two Torx screws.
5. Reconnect the Battery:
- Reconnect the negative and then the positive battery terminals.
Note: After connecting the battery, the airbag indicator on your dashboard should light up briefly and then go off, indicating that the system is functioning correctly.
Remember that airbag replacements involve significant safety considerations; consult a professional if you're not confident in performing the task.
