Precautions/Procedures (SRS-Type III)

Connecting the Short Connectors

WARNING To avoid accidental deployment and possible injury, always connect the protective short connectors on the driver's and passenger's airbag connectors before working near any SRS wiring.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable, and wait at least three minutes.

2. Connect the short connectors (RED): Driver's Side:

Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then remove the short connector (RED) from the panel.

Disconnect the 3-P connector between the driver's airbag and cable reel, then connect the short connector (RED) to the airbag side of the connector.

Front Passenger's Side:

Remove the glove box, then remove the short connector (RED) from its holder.

Disconnect the 3-P connector between the front passenger's airbag and SRS main harness, then connect the short connector (RED) to the airbag side of the connector.