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8N - 18 POWER WINDOWS PT POWER WINDOWS (Continued) will grunt and the inner door panel will flex when actuated in that one direction. (6) Reverse jumper probes at the motor connector terminals and window should now move in opposite direction. If window does not move or grunt, replace the motor. If window moved completely up or down, reverse the jumper probes and cycle window to the opposite position to verify full operation. If motor grunts and does not move, verify that regulator is not binding. POWER WINDOW SWITCH DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER WINDOW SWITCH Remove the switch. Using an ohmmeter, test the window switch for continuity in all positions listed in the Continuity Table. Refer to the Power Window Switch Continuity table to determine if continuity is correct (Fig. 1) and (Fig. 2). Fig. 1 FRONT WINDOW SWITCH POWER WINDOW SWITCH CONTINUITY TABLE SWITCH POSITION LOCKOUT SWITCH (TOP OF SWITCH DEPRESSED) CONTINUITY BETWEEN FRONT WINDOW SWITCH PIN 12 AND 5 LEFT FRONT UP PIN 12 AND 14 RIGHT FRONT UP PIN 12 AND 7 LEFT REAR UP PIN 12 AND 8 LEFT REAR DOWN PIN 12 AND 9 RIGHT REAR UP PIN 12 AND 1 RIGHT REAR DOWN PIN 12 AND 2 LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SWITCH OFF PIN 2 AND 5 PIN 3 AND 8 UP PIN 4 AND 5 DOWN PIN 4 AND 8 To test the left front down and express down switch position, connect pin 4 to ground and pin 12 to a 12 volt source. Using a voltmeter, measure for voltage from pin 13 to ground. To test the right front down and express down switch position, connect pin 4 to ground and pin 12 to a 12 volt source. Using a voltmeter, measure for voltage from pin 3 to ground. If the correct results are not obtained, replace the switch. Fig. 2 REAR WINDOW SWITCHES 1 - RIGHT REAR SWITCH 2 - LEFT REAR SWITCH

PT POWER WINDOWS 8N - 19 POWER WINDOW SWITCH (Continued) REMOVAL FRONT (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755) or equivalent, gently pry at the top of the switch (Fig. 3). INSTALLATION Fig. 5 REAR WINDOW SWITCH FRONT (1) Connect electrical harness connector to switch. (2) Align switch and press into position. (3) Connect battery negative cable. Fig. 3 WINDOW SWITCH REMOVAL (REAR SHOWN - FRONT SIMILAR) 1 - TRIM STICK 2 - RETAINING CLIP LOCATION (3) Remove switch and disconnect electrical harness connector (Fig. 4). REAR (1) Connect electrical harness connector to switch. (2) Align switch and press into position. (3) Connect battery negative cable. WINDOW MOTOR REMOVAL (1) Move the window to the full UP position position, if possible. (2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (3) Remove door trim panel (Refer to 23 - BODY/ DOOR - FRONT/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL). (4) Disconnect electrical harness connector from motor. (5) Remove window regulator. (6) With regulator on bench, remove three screws retaining the motor to the regulator and remove motor. Fig. 4 FRONT WINDOW SWITCH REAR (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (2) Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755) or equivalent, gently pry at the top of the switch (Fig. 3). (3) Remove switch and disconnect electrical harness connectors (Fig. 5). INSTALLATION (1) With regulator on bench, install three screws retaining the motor to the regulator. (2) Install the window regulator. (3) Connect the electrical harness connector to window motor. (4) Install door trim panel (Refer to 23 - BODY/ DOOR - FRONT/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION). (5) Connect battery negative cable.

PT RESTRAINTS 8O - 1 RESTRAINTS TABLE OF CONTENTS page RESTRAINTS DESCRIPTION...1 OPERATION...2 WARNING...3 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIRBAG SYSTEM. 4 STANDARD PROCEDURE STANDARD PROCEDURE - HANDLING AIRBAGS...4 STANDARD PROCEDURE - SERVICE AFTER AN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT...5 CLOCK SPRING DESCRIPTION...5 OPERATION...6 STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCK SPRING CENTERING...6 REMOVAL...6 INSTALLATION...7 DRIVER AIRBAG DESCRIPTION...7 OPERATION...8 REMOVAL...8 INSTALLATION...9 DRIVER AIRBAG COVER REMOVAL...9 INSTALLATION...10 FRONT SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR REMOVAL...11 INSTALLATION...11 FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE REMOVAL...11 INSTALLATION...11 FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTER REMOVAL...12 RESTRAINTS DESCRIPTION FRONT AIRBAG SYSTEM A dual front airbag system (Fig. 1) utilizes driver and passenger airbags. Both the driver and passenger airbags are certified to new federal regulations, which allows them to deploy with less force than prior airbags. The primary occupant restraints in this vehicle are the seat belts, which require active use by the vehicle occupants. The front airbag system is a supplemental passive restraint that was designed and is intended to enhance the protection page INSTALLATION...12 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER DESCRIPTION...12 OPERATION...12 REMOVAL...13 INSTALLATION...13 PASSENGER AIRBAG DESCRIPTION...13 OPERATION...14 REMOVAL...14 INSTALLATION...15 PASSENGER AIRBAG COVER REMOVAL...15 INSTALLATION...15 REAR CENTER SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR REMOVAL...16 INSTALLATION...16 REAR SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR REMOVAL...16 INSTALLATION...16 REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE REMOVAL...16 SEAT AIRBAG DESCRIPTION...16 OPERATION...17 REMOVAL...17 INSTALLATION...18 SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE DESCRIPTION...19 OPERATION...19 REMOVAL...19 INSTALLATION...20 for the front seat occupants of the vehicle when used in conjunction with the seat belts. The driver airbag includes an inflatable airbag and an inflator unit behind a trim cover in the hub area of the steering wheel. The passenger airbag includes an inflatable airbag and an inflator unit behind an airbag door in the instrument panel above the glove box. The dual front airbag system consists of the following components: Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) Airbag indicator lamp. Clock Spring Driver and passenger airbags (including the airbag inflators).

8O - 2 RESTRAINTS PT RESTRAINTS (Continued) Fig. 1 FRONT AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPONENT LOCATION 1 - DRIVER AIRBAG 2 - CLOCK SPRING 3 - PASSENGER AIRBAG 4 - OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER (ORC) Wire harness and connections. Refer to the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures manual to test or diagnose a problem with any component of the front airbag system. SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM The Side Impact Airbag System utilizes two airbags, one mounted to each front seat back frame. This system is designed to enhance protection of occupants in the event of a side impact collision. BELT TENSIONER SYSTEM The seat belt system incorporates Tensioner Modules. They are integral to the seat belt retractors (Fig. 2) and cannot be serviced. If found defective they must be replaced. OPERATION FRONT AIRBAG SYSTEM The front airbag system electrical circuits are continuously monitored by a microprocessor and software contained within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). The ORC also contains impact sensing elements, which are monitored by the ORC to determine when an impact occurs that is severe enough to require front airbag system protection. When a frontal impact is severe enough, the ORC initiates the inflator units of both front airbags to deploy. Fig. 2 SEAT BELT TENSIONER LOCATION - TYPICAL 1 - SEAT BELT TENSIONER An airbag indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights for six to eight seconds as a bulb test each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Following the bulb test, the airbag indicator lamp is turned ON or OFF by the ORC to indicate the status of the airbag system. If the airbag indicator lamp comes ON at any time other than during the bulb test, it indicates that there is a problem in the airbag system. Such a problem may cause the airbags not to deploy when required, or to deploy when not required. During a frontal vehicle impact, the knee blockers work in conjunction with properly adjusted seat belts to restrain the driver and front seat passenger in the proper position for an airbag deployment. The knee blockers also work to absorb and distribute the crash energy from the driver and front seat passenger to the structure of the instrument panel. The driver side knee blocker is integral to the lower instrument panel bezel. The passenger side knee blocker is integral to the glove box door. SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM The Side Impact Airbag Control Modules (SIACM) control the seat back mounted airbags (one left and one right). If a SIACM determines the impact is severe enough, the appropriate airbag will inflate, tearing open the front seat back trim cover protecting the occupants. Once a seat back mounted airbag has been deployed, the entire seat back as well as any damaged parts must be replaced.

PT RESTRAINTS 8O - 3 RESTRAINTS (Continued) BELT TENSIONER SYSTEM At the onset of an impact event, each tensioner uses a pyrotechnic device which is triggered simultaneously with the airbags to rapidly retract the seat belts. With the slack removed, the occupant s forward motion in an impact will be reduced as will the likelihood of contacting interior components. WARNING: WHEN THE FRONT AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED, THE TENSIONER WILL HAVE DEPLOYED ALSO, AND MUST BE REPLACED. The ORC monitors the seat belt tensioner circuit and reports active and stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC s) if any problem is found. Once a vehicle has been in an accident, the tensioner will have a Gravel/Grinding sound to it after the tensioner has been put into use. This must be replaced along with any deployed airbags and broken or damaged parts. WARNING FRONT AIRBAG SYSTEM WARNING: THIS SYSTEM CONTAINS A SENSITIVE, COMPLEX ELECTRONIC UNIT. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE REMOTE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPONENT REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION PRO- CEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYS- TEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY- MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COM- PONENTS. DO NOT PLACE AN INTACT UNDEPLOYED AIRBAG FACE DOWN ON A SOLID SURFACE, THE AIRBAG WILL PROPEL INTO THE AIR IF ACCIDENTALLY DEPLOYED AND COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN CARRYING OR HANDLING AN UNDEPLOYED AIRBAG, THE TRIM SIDE OF THE AIRBAG SHOULD BE POINTING TOWARD THE BODY TO MINIMIZE POSSIBILITY OF INJURY IF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT OCCURS. REPLACE AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPONENTS WITH MOPAR REPLACEMENT PARTS ONLY. SUBSTI- TUTE PARTS MAY APPEAR INTERCHANGEABLE, BUT INTERNAL DIFFERENCES MAY RESULT IN INFERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION. WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, RUBBER GLOVES, AND LONG SLEEVED CLOTHING WHEN CLEANING POWDER RESIDUE FROM THE VEHICLE AFTER AN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. SODIUM HYDROXIDE POW- DER RESIDUE EMITTED FROM A DEPLOYED AIR- BAG CAN CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION. FLUSH AFFECTED AREA WITH COOL WATER IF IRRITA- TION IS EXPERIENCED. IF NASAL OR THROAT IRRITATION IS EXPERIENCED, EXIT THE VEHICLE FOR FRESH AIR UNTIL THE IRRITATION CEASES. IF IRRITATION CONTINUES, SEE A PHYSICIAN. DO NOT USE A REPLACEMENT AIRBAG THAT IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING, IMPROPER DEPLOYMENT AND PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT. THE FACTORY INSTALLED FASTENERS, SCREWS AND BOLTS USED TO FASTEN AIRBAG COMPO- NENTS HAVE A SPECIAL COATING AND ARE SPE- CIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. DO NOT USE SUBSTITUTE FASTENERS, USE ONLY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FASTENERS LISTED IN THE PARTS CATALOG WHEN FASTENER REPLACE- MENT IS REQUIRED. AIRBAGS SHOULD BE STORED IN A COOL, DRY PLACE, AWAY FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT AND STATIC ELECTRICAL ACTIVITY WITH THE FABRIC AIRBAG FACING UP. IF NOT, A PREMATURE DEPLOYMENT CAN RESULT. NOTE: Please refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for Proper Disposal. Dispose of deployed air bags in a manner consistent with state, provincial, local, and federal regulations.

8O - 4 RESTRAINTS PT RESTRAINTS (Continued) SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM WARNING: THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM CONTAINS SENSITIVE, COMPLEX ELECTRONIC UNITS. BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE OR SERVICE ANY SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM COM- PONENTS, YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG MODULE DEPLOYMENT AND POS- SIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COM- PONENTS. DO NOT PLACE A NON-DEPLOYED SIDE AIRBAG FACE DOWN ON A HARD SURFACE, THE AIRBAG WILL PROPEL INTO THE AIR IF ACCIDENTALLY DEPLOYED, AND COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY. BEFORE SERVICING A SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG CON- TROL MODULE (SIACM), ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE APPROPRIATE (LEFT OR RIGHT) SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG CONNECTOR UNDER THE SEAT TO ENGAGE THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM SHORTING BAR TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DISMANTLE A SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG MODULE OR TAMPER WITH ITS INFLA- TOR. DO NOT PUNCTURE, INCINERATE, OR BRING INTO CONTACT WITH ELECTRICITY. DO NOT STORE AT TEMPERATURES EXCEEDING 93 C (200 F). REPLACE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPO- NENTS ONLY WITH PARTS SPECIFIED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG. SUBSTITUTE PARTS MAY APPEAR INTERCHANGEABLE, BUT INTERNAL DIFFERENCES MAY RESULT IN INFERIOR OCCU- PANT PROTECTION. THE FASTENERS, SCREWS, AND BOLTS ORIGI- NALLY USED FOR THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYS- TEM COMPONENTS HAVE SPECIAL COATINGS AND ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG SYSTEM. THEY MUST NEVER BE REPLACED WITH ANY SUBSTITUTES. ANY TIME A NEW FASTENER IS NEEDED, REPLACE IT WITH THE CORRECT FASTENERS PROVIDED IN THE SERVICE PACKAGE OR SPECIFIED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG. NOTE: Please refer to the Hazardous Substance Control System for Proper Disposal. Dispose of deployed air bags in a manner consistent with state, provincial, local, and federal regulations. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIRBAG SYSTEM (1) With the battery negative remote cable disconnected, connect the DRB III scan tool to the Data Link connector. (2) Turn the ignition key to the ON position. Exit vehicle with the scan tool. (3) After checking that no one is inside the vehicle, connect the battery negative remote terminal. (4) Read and record the ACTIVE Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) data. (5) Read and record any STORED DTC s. (6) Refer to the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures manual if any DTC s are found in Step 4 and Step 5. (7) If the airbag warning lamp either fails to light, or goes ON and stays ON, there is a system malfunction. To test the airbag warning lamp (bulb) operation in the cluster, refer to Electrical, Instrument Cluster, Diagnosis and Testing - Instrument Cluster. Refer to the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures manual for any other system problems. STANDARD PROCEDURE STANDARD PROCEDURE - HANDLING AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AIRBAG The vehicle interior may contain a very small amount of sodium hydroxide powder, a by-product of airbag deployment. Sodium hydroxide powder can irritate the skin, eyes, nose and throat. Wear safety glasses, rubber gloves, and long sleeved clothing when cleaning any of the powder residue from the vehicle. If you find that the cleanup is irritating your skin, run cool water over the affected area. Also, if you experience nasal or throat irritation, exit the vehicle for fresh air until the irritation ceases. If irritation continues, see a physician. UNDEPLOYED AIRBAG The airbags must be stored in its original special container until used for service. At no time should a source of electricity be permitted near the inflator on the back of an airbag module. When carrying or handling an undeployed airbag module, the trim side of the airbag should be pointing away from the body to minimize possibility of injury if accidental deployment occurs. Do not place undeployed airbag face down on a solid surface, the airbag will propel into the air if accidental deployment occurs.

PT RESTRAINTS 8O - 5 RESTRAINTS (Continued) STANDARD PROCEDURE - SERVICE AFTER AN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT DRIVER AIRBAG After a Driver Airbag has been deployed due to a collision, the following MUST be replaced: Driver Airbag Clock Spring Assembly Steering Wheel Complete Steering Column Assembly with Lower Steering Column Coupler All other airbag and vehicle components should be closely inspected following any airbag deployment, and should be replaced when visible damage is incurred. PASSENGER AIRBAG After a Passenger Airbag has been deployed due to a collision. the following MUST be replaced: Passenger Airbag Passenger Airbag Cover All other airbag and vehicle components should be closely inspected following any airbag deployment, and should be replaced when visible damage is incurred. mode at time of airbag deployment, operate blower motor on low speed and vacuum powder residue expelled from the heater and A/C outlets. Multiple vacuum cleaning may be necessary to decontaminate the interior of the vehicle. Fig. 3 VACUUM HEATER AND A/C OUTLETS - TYPICAL CLOCK SPRING DESCRIPTION SEAT AIRBAG After a Seat Airbag has been deployed due to a collision. the following MUST be replaced: Complete Seat Back Assembly All other airbag and vehicle components should be closely inspected following any airbag deployment, and should be replaced when visible damage is incurred. SEAT BELT TENSIONERS After a frontal impact where an airbag has been deployed due to a collision. the following MUST be replaced: Front Seat Belt Retractors (driver and passenger) with integral Tensioners. All other seat belts should be closely inspected for cuts, tears, fraying, or damage in any way following any frontal impact or airbag deployment. The other seat belts are to be replaced when visible damage is incurred. CLEAN UP PROCEDURE Roll or fold the airbag towards its mounting point (i.e. instrument panel, steering wheel, or seat back). Then tape the ripped cover over the deployed airbag. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual powder from the vehicle interior. Work from the outside in to avoid kneeling or sitting in a contaminated area. Vacuum the heater and A/C outlets as well (Fig. 3). If the heater or air conditioner was in RECIRC Fig. 4 CLOCK SPRING 1 - LOCKING PIN 2 - DRIVER AIRBAG WIRE/CONNECTOR 3 - HORN WIRE/CONNECTOR 4 - SPEED CONTROL WIRE/CONNECTOR

8O - 6 RESTRAINTS PT CLOCK SPRING (Continued) The clock spring is mounted to the steering column behind the steering wheel (Fig. 4). This assembly consists of a flat, ribbon like, electrically conductive tape that winds and unwinds with the steering wheel rotation. The clock spring is used to maintain a continuous electrical circuit between the wiring harness and the: Driver Airbag. Speed Control Switch. Horn Switch. OPERATION The clock spring is used to maintain a continuous electrical circuit between the wiring harness and the driver airbag. The clock spring must be properly centered when it is installed on the steering column following any service removal, or it will be damaged (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCK SPRING - STANDARD PROCEDURE). The clock spring cannot be repaired. If the clock spring is faulty, damaged, or if the airbag has been deployed, the clock spring must be replaced. STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCK SPRING CENTERING If the rotating tape within the clock spring is not positioned properly with the steering wheel and the front wheels, the clock spring may fail during use. The following procedure MUST BE USED to center the clock spring if: The clock spring is not known to be properly positioned. The front wheels were moved. The steering wheel was moved from the half turn (180 degrees) to the right (clockwise) position. (1) Open hood. (2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Allow system capacitor to discharge for two minutes before beginning. (3) Remove clock spring (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI- CAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCK SPRING - REMOVAL). (4) Rotate the clock spring rotor in the CLOCK- WISE DIRECTION to the end of travel. Do not apply excessive torque. (5) From the end of travel, rotate the rotor three full turns in the counterclockwise direction. The horn wire and the squib wire should end up at the bottom. If not, rotate the rotor counter clockwise until the wires are properly oriented, but not more than half turn (180 degrees). Engage clock spring locking mechanism. (6) Install the clock spring (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI- CAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCK SPRING - INSTALLA- TION). WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE YET (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIRBAG SYSTEM). (7) Close hood. (8) Verify vehicle and system operation. REMOVAL (1) Place the front road wheels in the straight ahead position. Then: Rotate the steering wheel half turn (180 degrees) to the right (clockwise). Lock column with ignition lock cylinder. (2) Open hood. (3) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (4) Wait two minutes for the system reserve capacitor to discharge before servicing any airbag components. (5) Remove steering wheel (Refer to 19 - STEER- ING/COLUMN/STEERING WHEEL - REMOVAL). (6) Remove upper and lower steering column shrouds to gain access to clock spring wiring (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/UPPER SHROUD - REMOVAL). (7) Remove multi-function switch (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/ MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH - REMOVAL). (8) Disconnect the 7-way connector between the clock spring and the instrument panel wiring harness at the base of the clock spring. (9) Remove clock spring by lifting the top latch tab up slightly to guide it over the lock housing (Fig. 5). The clock spring cannot be repaired, and must be replaced if faulty. Fig. 5 CLOCK SPRING LATCH HOOKS 1 - CLOCK SPRING 2 - LATCH HOOKS 3 - STEERING COLUMN (10) Rotate clock spring rotor a half turn (180 degrees) to the left (counter clockwise).

PT RESTRAINTS 8O - 7 CLOCK SPRING (Continued) (11) Lock the clock spring rotor in the center position as follows: Insert a paper clip wire through the hole in the rotor at the 10 o clock position and bend to prevent it from falling out. DRIVER AIRBAG DESCRIPTION INSTALLATION (1) Confirm that: The steering wheel position is a half turn (180 degrees) to the right (clockwise) The column is locked with the ignition cylinder lock. Check that the turn signal stalk is in the neutral position When reusing the clock spring, remove locking wire and rotate clock spring rotor one half turn (180 degrees) to the right (clockwise). Locate the clock spring on the steering shaft and push down on the rotor until the clock spring is fully seated on the steering column (Fig. 5). When installing a new clock spring, position the front wheels straight a head. Remove grenade pin. (2) Connect the clock spring to the instrument panel harness, ensure wiring is properly routed. Then check that the connectors, locking tabs are properly engaged and the halo lamp wire is in position. (3) Install steering column shrouds (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/UPPER SHROUD - INSTAL- LATION). Be sure all wires are inside of shrouds. (4) Install steering wheel ensuring the flats on hub align with the clock spring (Refer to 19 - STEERING/ COLUMN/STEERING WHEEL - INSTALLATION). Pull the horn, airbag and speed control leads through the larger slot. Ensure leads do not get pinched under the steering wheel. (5) Route speed control wires under and behind the driver airbag mounting tabs. (6) Connect the speed control wires to the switch. (7) Connect the horn lead wire and the driver airbag lead wire to the airbag. (8) Install the driver airbag. WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE YET (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIRBAG SYSTEM). (9) Close hood. (10) Verify vehicle and system operation. 1 - DRIVER AIRBAG Fig. 6 DRIVER AIRBAG LOCATION Fig. 7 DRIVER AIRBAG AND COVER 1 - DRIVER AIRBAG 2 - DRIVER AIRBAG COVER

8O - 8 RESTRAINTS PT DRIVER AIRBAG (Continued) The driver airbag protective trim cover is the most visible part of the driver airbag system (Fig. 6). The driver airbag is mounted directly to the steering wheel. Located under the airbag cover are the horn switch, the folded airbag cushion, and the airbag cushion supporting components (Fig. 7). The resistive membrane-type horn switch is secured within a pocket on the airbag cushion. The driver airbag cannot be repaired and must be replaced if deployed or in any way damaged. The driver airbag cover is available for service replacement if marred, scratched, or disfigured. The horn switch is not serviceable and if found faulty or defective, a complete driver airbag assembly will need to be installed. OPERATION The driver airbag includes a stamped metal housing to which the cushion and an inflator unit are attached and sealed. The conventional pyrotechnictype inflator assembly is mounted to studs on the back of the airbag housing. The inflator seals the hole in the airbag cushion so it can discharge the gas it produces directly into the cushion when supplied with the proper electrical signal. Following an airbag deployment, the airbag cushion quickly deflates by venting this gas towards the instrument panel through the porous fabric material used on the steering wheel side of the airbag cushion. The protective trim cover is fitted to the front of the airbag and forms a decorative cover in the center of the steering wheel. The inside of the trim cover has locking blocks molded into it that engage a lip on the airbag metal housing. Two stamped metal retainers then fit over the inflator mounting studs on the back of the airbag housing and are engaged in slots on the inside of the cover, securely locking the trim cover into place. The trim cover will split at predetermined breakout lines, then fold back out of the way along with the horn switch and tray unit upon airbag deployment. REMOVAL (1) Open hood. (2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. (3) Wait two minutes for the system reserve capacitor to discharge before servicing any airbag components. (4) Remove upper and lower steering column shrouds to gain access to clock spring wiring (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/UPPER SHROUD - REMOVAL). (5) Using a pair of 90 internal snap ring pliers or equivalent, pry open the retaining clip (Fig. 8) on the back of the steering wheel to release the retaining pin (Fig. 9). Pull or press rearward on the driver airbag while doing this. The pin will release slightly. Fig. 8 DRIVER AIRBAG RETAINING PIN Fig. 9 FIRST DRIVER AIRBAG RETAINING PIN - REMOVAL (6) Using a pair of 90 internal snap ring pliers or equivalent, pry open the retaining clip (Fig. 10), and at the same time gently pry the pin away from the retaining clip, using a pocket screwdriver or equivalent, so it can slide through the middle of the clip. Use the screwdriver to push the pin through the clip. (7) When the driver airbag releases from the steering wheel, peel rearward and expose the underside of the airbag. Disconnect the two harness connectors, squib and horn feed (Fig. 11) and (Fig. 12). Use a small pocket screwdriver to separate horn connector. Insert into the bottom of the connector (airbag side) and pull handle of screwdriver up while pulling out on the clock spring side of the connector. (8) Remove airbag from vehicle.