Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Driver-Side Air Bag Module
Driver-side air bag module consists of an inflatable air bag, gas generator and ignitor. The gas generator and ignitor make up the inflator unit, which is mounted permanently to back of air bag module.
A 2-wire connector with gold-plated terminals is mounted inside inflator unit, at rear of air bag module. When 2-wire connector is disconnected, a safety shorting spring inside inflator connector spreads open, touching both terminals. This prevents air bag module from inflating if voltage is accidentally applied across terminals.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.