Disabling System (1997 2.2CL, 3.0CL, 3.5RL, 2.5TL & 3.2TL)

Obtain radio anti-theft code and write down preset radio frequencies. Ensure ignition is OFF. Disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 MINUTES.
From bottom rear of steering wheel, remove access panel. Disconnect 2-pin driver-side air bag connector. See Fig 1. Air bag connector is automatically shorted.

Fig 1: Disabling Driver-Side Air Bag (1997 2.2CL, 3.0CL, 3.5RL, 2.5TL & 3.2TL)
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Remove glove box. Disconnect 2-pin passenger-side air bag connector. See Fig 2 and Fig 3 . On 3.5RL, remove left and right "B" pillar trim panels. Disconnect 2-pin seat belt pretensioner connectors. See Fig 4.

Fig 2: Disabling Passenger-Side Air Bag (1997 2.2CL, 3.0CL & 3.5RL)
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Fig 3: Disabling Passenger-Side Air Bag (1997 2.5TL & 3.2TL)
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Fig 4: Locating Seat Belt Pretensioner Connector (1997 3.5RL)
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