Removal and installation the driver's airbag module (Mazda CX-5KE)

Contents: Removal ⇓ Installation ⇓

Caution: When performing work related to airbag system components, observe all necessary precautions and safety precautions (see section at the beginning of the chapter).

Note: The driver's airbag module is installed into the steering wheel by means of fasteners.

Note: The driver's airbag module is installed into the steering wheel by means of fasteners.

Removal

Note: If the ignition is turned off (engine off or on) when the driver's door is open, the steering wheel lock may be temporarily released.

1. Turn off the ignition.

2. Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait at least one minute.

3. Turn the steering wheel to the position shown in the figure and, inserting a suitable tool (for example, a TORX T30 screwdriver with a diameter of 6 mm) through the service hole, press and unhook the retainer.

3. Turn the steering wheel to the position shown in the figure and, inserting a suitable tool (for…

4. Turn the steering wheel to the position shown in the figure and, after inserting a suitable tool through the service hole, press the area of the lock indicated by the arrow in the figure to release the lock and hook.

5. Turn the steering wheel to the position shown in the figure and, inserting the tool through the service hole, press the area of the lock indicated by the arrow in the figure to release the lock and hook (the driver's airbag module should disengage from the steering wheel).

Caution: When detaching the driver's airbag module, support it with your hand. Otherwise, the airbag module may fall out and be damaged.

6. Using a flat-head screwdriver, carefully pry up the retaining device, but do not remove it.

7. Disconnect the airbag module connector.

8. Disconnect the horn switch connector.

9. Remove the driver's airbag module.

Installation

Caution: If the driver air bag module is connected to the corresponding wiring, it may become entangled with the horn switch wiring, which may cause damage to the wires. When connecting the connectors, be careful not to entangle the various wires with each other.

Caution: If the driver air bag module is connected to the corresponding wiring, it may become…

1. Turn the upper side of the driver's airbag module toward the steering wheel and connect the connectors shown in the figure.

2. Connect the airbag module connector.

3. Turn the driver's airbag module 180 degrees.

4. Align the driver airbag module pins with the steering wheel holes.

5. Press the driver airbag module pins until they click into place.

6. Ensure that the quick release connector is securely latched by gently pulling on the driver airbag module.

7. Turn on the ignition (engine off or on).

8. Check that the air bag indicator flashes for 6 seconds and goes out. If the air bag indicator does not come on, perform an on-board self-diagnosis check of the system using the M-MDS.