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Disabling Air Bag System (3.5RL)

  1. Obtain radio anti-theft code from vehicle owner and write down preset radio frequencies. Ensure ignition is OFF. Disconnect negative battery cable and then positive battery cable. Wait at least 3 MINUTES.
  2. Remove access panel from under steering wheel. Disconnect 2-pin connector between driver air bag module and cable reel. See Figure and Figure . When disconnected, air bag connector power and ground terminals are automatically shorted together.
  3. Remove glove box. Disconnect 4-pin connector between passenger air bag module and SRS main harness. See Figure and Fig 1 . When disconnected, air bag connector power and ground terminals are automatically shorted together.
  4. Slide front seats fully forward. Remove left and right "B" pillar trim panels. Disconnect 2-pin connector between both front seat belt pretensioners and SRS main harness. See Fig 2. When disconnected, seat belt pretensioner connector power and ground terminals are automatically shorted together.
  5. Unplug side air bag module connectors (2-pin) for driver and passenger side impact air bag modules. On driver's side, connector is near front, lower left corner under seat. On passenger's side, connector is near front, lower right corner under seat. See Figure.
Fig 1: Disabling Passenger Side Air Bag (3.5RL)
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Fig 2: Locating Seat Belt Pretensioner Connector (3.5RL)
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