Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Removal/Installation [Standard Deployment Control System]: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)

NOTE:

The passenger-side air bag module is installed to the dashboard by brackets B and C.

Fig 1: Identifying Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Components

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When replacing the passenger-side air bag module after the deployment, replace it together with the mid-wiring harness.

Switch the ignition off.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more . (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Remove the glove compartment. (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the Bluetooth unit. (with Bluetooth system) (See BLUETOOTH UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the fastener (grove box light harness).
Remove the screw and nut.
Remove bracket A.

Fig 2: Glove Compartment, Bracket And Fasteners With Torque Specifications
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Remove the screw and nut. (See SCREW INSTALLATION NOTE .)
Remove bracket B.

Fig 3: Bracket B, Screw And Nut With Torque Specifications
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Remove the nut.
Remove bracket C.

Fig 4: Bracket C, Screw And Nut With Torque Specifications
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Fig 5: Removing Passenger Air Bag Module
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Detach the hooks from the dashboard (1).

Fig 6: Detaching Hooks From Dashboard
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Move the passenger-side air bag module in the direction of the arrow (2)
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the passenger-side air bag module.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and turns off.
- If the air bag system warning light does not operate, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system. (See FLOWCHART [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)
  
  Fig 7: Moving Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
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