Chrysler Repair: replacing airbags on a 1999 Cirrus, system test procedures, passenger airbag


Question
How do you replace the drivers / passenger airbags and control module.

Answer
PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE
DEPLOYED MODULE
CAUTION: When removing a deployed Passenger Airbag Module, rubber gloves, eye protection and long sleeves should be worn. There may be deposits on the surface that could irritate the skin and eyes.

REMOVAL
Remove Instrument Panel. Refer to Instrument Panel and Systems for Removal and Installation.
After removal of the instrument panel disconnect Passenger Airbag Module wire connector.
Remove the four nuts and two screws attaching airbag assembly to the instrument panel collar.
Lift Passenger Airbag Module up and out of panel cavity.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.

Remove all of the instrument panel components that are not damaged and replace any components that are damaged.
Use a new instrument panel and pad assembly.
Transfer all of the components.
Install a new Passenger Airbag Module and tighten nuts to 11 N·m (100 in. lbs.) and screws to 2 N·m (20 in. lbs.) torque. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures before connecting battery negative remote cable.
UNDEPLOYED MODULE
REMOVAL
When removing a Passenger Airbag Module for any reason other than DEPLOYMENT:

Disconnect and isolate the battery negative remote cable Disconnect Battery Negative Remote Cable
Open and lower glove box fully to gain access to Passenger Airbag Module (PAB) attaching screws inside of the glove box Passenger Airbag Removal Glove box removal not required
Disconnect wire connector from the Passenger Airbag Module.
Remove the four nuts and two screws attaching airbag assembly to the instrument panel collar.
Lift Passenger Airbag Module up and out of panel cavity.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Install a new Passenger Airbag Module and tighten nuts to 11 N·m (100 in. lbs.) and screws to 2 N·m (20 in. lbs.) torque. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures before connecting battery negative remote cable