Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced. There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system.
WARNING
For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected, an airbag can still inflate during improper service. You can be injured if you are close to an airbag when it inflates. Avoid yellow connectors.
They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is qualified to do so.
Passenger Sensing System
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped VehicleAutomatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
To adjust the inside rearview mirror, hold the rearview mirror in the center
and move it to view the area behind the vehicle.
For vehicles with an automatic dimming rearview mirror, the mirror will automatically
reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind.
The dimming feature and the indic ...
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR
Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to ...
Thread Repair
General purpose thread repair kits are available commercially.
Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.
Note: Refer to the thread repair kit manufacturer's instructions
regarding the size of the drill and which tap to use.
Always avoid any buildup of chips. Back ou ...