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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUZUKI1998ESTEEM GLX SEDAN PLUS L4-1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRESTRAINTS AND SAFETY SYSTEMSAIR BAG SYSTEMSAIR BAG CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6L
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
1998 Suzuki Esteem GLX Sedan Plus L4-1.6LSECTION Service and Repair
DRIVER AIR BAG (INFLATOR) MODULE
WARNING: When handling an air bag (inflator) module, be sure to read "HANDLING PRECAUTIONS" and observe each instruction. Failure to follow them could cause a damage to the air bag (inflator) module or result in personal injury.
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect negative battery cable at battery terminal.
2) Disable air bag system. Disabling Air Bag System
3) Remove steering wheel side cap of right side and disconnect horn connectors.
4) Remove air bag (inflator) module bolts (2 pcs).
Special Tool
(A) 09944-18230
5) Remove air bag (inflator) module from steering wheel.
INSPECTION
WARNING: Never disassemble air bag (inflator) module or measure its resistance. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
CAUTION: It air bag (inflator) module was dropped from a height of 91.4 cm (3 ft) or more, it should be replaced.
Check air bag (inflator) module visually and if any of the following is found, replace it with a new one.
- Air bag being deployed
- Trim cover (pad surface) being cracked
- Wire harness or connector being damaged
- Air bag (inflator) module being damaged or having been exposed to strong impact (dropped)
INSTALLATION
1) Install air bag (inflator) module to steering wheel, taking care so that no part of wire harness is caught between them.
2) Tighten air bag (inflator) module left side bolt first and then its right side bolt to specified torque.
Special Tool (A): 09944-18230
Tightening Torque: (a) 23 N.m (2.3 kg.m., 17.0 lb.ft.)
Make sure that clearance between module and steering wheel is uniform all the way.
3) Connect horn connectors securely fit connector onto projection of steering wheel right side cap and then install right side cap on steering wheel lower cover.
4) Connect negative battery cable.
5) Enable air bag system. Enabling Air Bag System
WARNING: When handling an air bag (inflator) module, be sure to read "HANDLING PRECAUTIONS" and observe each instruction. Failure to follow them could cause a damage to the air bag (inflator) module or result in personal injury.
REMOVAL
1) Disconnect negative battery cable at battery terminal.
2) Disable air bag system. Disabling Air Bag System
3) Remove steering wheel side cap of right side and disconnect horn connectors.
4) Remove air bag (inflator) module bolts (2 pcs).
Special Tool
(A) 09944-18230
5) Remove air bag (inflator) module from steering wheel.
INSPECTION
WARNING: Never disassemble air bag (inflator) module or measure its resistance. Otherwise, personal injury may result.
CAUTION: It air bag (inflator) module was dropped from a height of 91.4 cm (3 ft) or more, it should be replaced.
Check air bag (inflator) module visually and if any of the following is found, replace it with a new one.
- Air bag being deployed
- Trim cover (pad surface) being cracked
- Wire harness or connector being damaged
- Air bag (inflator) module being damaged or having been exposed to strong impact (dropped)
INSTALLATION
1) Install air bag (inflator) module to steering wheel, taking care so that no part of wire harness is caught between them.
2) Tighten air bag (inflator) module left side bolt first and then its right side bolt to specified torque.
Special Tool (A): 09944-18230
Tightening Torque: (a) 23 N.m (2.3 kg.m., 17.0 lb.ft.)
Make sure that clearance between module and steering wheel is uniform all the way.
3) Connect horn connectors securely fit connector onto projection of steering wheel right side cap and then install right side cap on steering wheel lower cover.
4) Connect negative battery cable.
5) Enable air bag system. Enabling Air Bag System
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.