Honda Accord: Driver's Airbag Replacement
NOTE: If replacing the driver's airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment (see page 24-208) for a complete list of.
other parts that must also be replaced.
Removal
1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see page 22-91), then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
2. Remove the access panel (A) from the steering wheel, then disconnect the driver's airbag 4P connector (B) from the cable reel 4P connector.
3. Remove the two TORX bolts (A) Using a TORX T30 bit.
4. Remove the driver's airbag (B).
Installation
NOTE: If you are replacing a deployed airbag, inspect the cable reel for heat damage. If there is any damage, replace the cable reel.
1. Place the driver's airbag (A) in the steering wheel, and secure it with new TORX bolts (B), using a TORX T30 bit.
NOTE: Make sure the clearance (C) between the steering wheel and horn pad is the specified value.
2. Connect t h e d r i v e r ' s airbag 4P connector (A) t o t he cable reel 4P connector, t h e n install t h e access panel (B) on the steering wheel.
3. Do u i o battery t e r m i n a l reconnection procedure (see page 22-91).
4. Clear any DTCs w i t h t h e HDS (see page 24-38).
5. A f t e r i n s t a l l i ng t h e a i r b a g , c o n f i rm proper s y s t em o p e r a t i o n : • Turn t h e i g n i t i o n s w i t c h t o ON (II); t h e SRS indicator s h o u l d c o m e o n f o r about 6 seconds and t h e n go off.
• Make sure t h e h o r n w o r k properly.
Component Replacement/Inspection After
Deployment
NOTE:
• Before doing any SRS repairs, check the DTCs (see
page 24-36) for the less o b v i o u s deployed
components (seat belt t e n s i o n e r s , front impact
sensors, side airbag sensors ...
Front Passenger's Airbag Replacement
NOTE: If r e p l a c i n g t h e f r o n t passenger's airbag after
d e p l o y m e n t , refer t o Component Replacement/
Inspection A f t e r Deployment (see page 24-208) f o r a
c o m p l e t e ...
See also:
iPod Error Messages (Models without navigation system)
If you see an error message on the
audio display while playing an iPod,
find the solution in the chart to the
right. If you cannot clear the error
message, take your vehicle to your
dealer.
...
Tire Inspection
Every time you check inflation, you
should also examine the tires for
damage, foreign objects, and wear.
You should look for:
Bumps or bulges in the tread or
side of the tire. Replace the tire ...