Knee Diverter: Service and Repair

CAUTION:
- Before disconnecting any part of the SRS wire harness, connect the short connectors (RED) to the airbags.
- Do not damage the SRS unit terminals or connectors.
- Do not disassemble the SRS unit; it has no serviceable parts.
- Store the SRS unit in a clean, dry area.
- Do not use any SRS unit which has been subjected to water damage or shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.

NOTE: The original radio has a coded theft protection circuit. Be sure to get the customer's code number before disconnecting the battery cables.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then the positive cable.





2. Connect the short connectors to the airbags.
3. Pull down the carpeting from both sides of the heater unit and front console.





4. Disconnect the SRS main harness 18-P connector from the SRS unit.





5. Remove the four Torx bolts from the SRS unit, then pull out the SRS unit from the passenger's side.

CAUTION:
- Be sure to install the SRS wiring so that it is not pinched or interfering with other car parts
- When tightening the Torx bolts to the specified torque after replacement, be careful to turn them in so that their heads rest squarely on the brackets.





6. Install the new SRS unit.





7. Connect the SRS main harness 18-P connector to the SRS unit, then push it into position until it clicks.
8. Put the carpet back in place.
9. Remove and properly store the short connectors, then reconnect the airbag connectors land reinstall the access panel and the glove box).
10. Reconnect the battery positive cable, then the negative cable.
11. After installing the SRS unit, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition ON (II): the instrument panel SRS indicator light should come on for about six seconds and then go off.
12. Enter the code number to restore radio operation.