Vehicle Damage Warnings

RADIO CODED THEFT PROTECTION SYSTEM
Anti-theft radios have a coded theft protection circuit. The code number must be obtained before disconnecting battery, removing radio fuse or removing radio. After service procedures have been performed, reconnect radio power supply and turn it to its On position. When CODE is displayed on the readout, enter five digit code to reactivate radio.






Airbag Handling and Storage
Do not try to disassemble the airbag assembly. It has no serviceable parts. Once an airbag has been operated (deployed), it cannot be repaired or reused.
For temporary storage of the airbag assembly during service, please observe the following precautions:
- Store the removed airbag assembly with the pad surface up. If the airbag is improperly stored face down, accidental deployment could propel the unit with enough force to cause serious iniury.
- Store the removed airbag assembly on a secure flat surface away from any high heat source (exceeding 212°F/100°C) and free of any oil, grease, detergent or water.

CAUTION: Improper handling or storage can internally damage the airbag assembly, making it inoperative. If you suspect the airbag assembly has been damaged, install a new unit and refer to the Deployment/Disposal Procedures for disposing of the damaged airbag.






SRS Unit Precautions
- Take extra care when painting or doing body work in the area below the dashboard. Avoid direct exposure of the SRS unit or wiring to heat guns, welding, or spraying equipment.
- Connect the short connectors before working below the dashboard near the SRS unit.
- After any degree of frontal body damage, or after a collision without airbag deployment, inspect the SRS unit for physical damage. If it is dented, cracked, or deformed, replace it.
- Be sure the SRS unit is installed securely.
- Do not disassemble the SRS unit.
- Store the SRS unit in a cool and dry place. Do not spill water or oil on the SRS unit, and keep it from dust.
- During installation or replacement, be careful not to bump (impact wrench, hammer, etc.) the area around the SRS unit. The airbags could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.

Inspection After Deployment
After a collision in which the airbags were deployed, replace the SRS unit and inspect the following:
1. Inspect all the SRS wire harnesses. Replace, don't repair, any damaged harnesses.
2. Inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any damage, replace the cable reel.
3. After the car is completely repaired, turn the ignition switch on. If the SRS indicator light comes on for about six seconds and then goes off, the SRS system is OK. If the indicator light does not function properly, go to SRS Troubleshooting.






Wiring Precautions
- Never attempt to modify, splice or repair SRS wiring.

NOTE SRS wiring can be identified by special yellow outer protective covering.
- Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other car parts.






- Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other car parts.
- Make sure all SRS ground locations are clean and grounds are securely fastened for optimum metal-to metal contact. Poor grounding can cause intermittent problems that are difficult to diagnose






Disconnecting the SRS Connector at the Under-dash Fuse/Relay Box

CAUTION: Avoid breaking the connector; it's doublelocked

1. First lift the connector lid with a thin screwdriver, then press the connector tab down and pull the connector out.
2. To reinstall the connector, push it into position until it clicks, then close its lid.






Steering-related Precautions
Steering Wheel and Cable Reel Alignment

NOTE: To avoid misalignment of the steering wheel or airbag on reassembly, make sure the wheels are turned straight ahead before removing the steering wheel.






Rotate the cable reel clockwise unit it stops. Then rotate it counterclockwise (approximately two turns) until
- the yellow gear tooth lines up with the alignment mark on the cover.
- the arrow mark on the cable reel label points straight up.






Steering Column Removal

CAUTION:
- Before removing the steering column, first disconnect the connector between the cable reel and the SRS main harness.
- If the steering column is going to be removed with- out dismounting the steering wheel, lock the steering by turning the ignition key to 0-LOCK position, or remove the key from the ignition so that the steering wheel will not turn. Do not replace the original steering wheel with any other design, since it will make it impossible to properly install the airbag (only use genuine Honda replacement parts). After reassembly, confirm that the wheels are still turned straight ahead and that the steering wheel spoke angle is correct. If minor spoke angle adjustment is necessary, do so only by adjustment of the tie-rods, not by removing and repositioning the steering wheel.