QuestionI suspect clockspring insulator washers but I can't get the screws behind the steering wheel that hold the airbag loose.
are they phillips head or torx or what?
and are they highly torqued?
what mat'l are these washers made of?
I guess plastic or nylon?
From what I have read when the clockspring goes bad the horn won't beep at all is that so? that is why I suspect the insulating washers.
thanks for your advice.
Carl
AnswerDRIVER AIRBAG MODULE
REMOVAL
When removing a deployed Driver 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.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative remote cable Disconnect Battery Negative Remote Cable
Remove the Driver Airbag Module attaching T-30 Torx bolts from back side of the steering wheel Driver Airbag Module Lift the module and disconnect the wire by:
Lifting the secondary latch.
Disconnect the connector from back of the Driver Airbag Module using the finger grips. Use care not to pull on wires. Never use a metallic tool to pry off the connector.
Remove the speed control switch screws from the back of the steering wheel. Pull the switch pods out and disconnect the wires.
Disconnect the horn wire from the airbag mounting bracket. Remove the speed control wires from the wire guides.
When replacing a deployed Driver Airbag Module, the clockspring must also be replaced. Refer to Clockspring Removal and Installation for the proper procedure.
INSTALLATION
Connect horn wire to the Driver Airbag Module mounting bracket. Connector Driver Airbag Module connector to the back of the module. Make airbag connection by pressing straight in on the connector. The connector should be fully seated to ensure a positive connection. Ensure that the wires do not get pinched during installation.
Install the two module bolts and tighten to 9 to 10 N·m (80 to 90 in. lbs.) torque.
Connect wire connectors to the speed control switches and install the switches. Tighten the screws to 0.7 to 2.7 N·m (6 to 24 in lbs.) Do not connect battery negative remote cable. Refer to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.
