Isuzu Amigo / Axiom / Trooper / Rodeo / VehiCross. Manual - part 579

POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM

2A–45

Inflator Module

Inflator Module and Associated Parts

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(1) Module Connector

(2) Inflator Module
(3) Steering Wheel

Removal

1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle’s wheels

are pointing straight ahead.

2. Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”.
3. Disconnect the battery “–” terminal cable, and wait at

least 5 minutes.

4. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located

under the steering column.

5. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the

steering wheel assembly using a TORX



 driver or

equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly .

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6. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located

behind the inflator module.

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7. Remove inflator module.

Inspection and Repair

WARNING: THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE URETHANE
COVER AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD
ALWAYS BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP.  THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE A FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT .

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The inflator module consists of a cover, air bag, inflator,
and retainer. Inspect the inflator module mainly for the
following:

D

Check for holes, cracks, severe blemishes and
deformation on the cover.

D

Check that the retainer is not deformed.

D

Check for defects such as damage and breakage in
the lead wire for the igniter.

If an abnormality is found as the result of the inspection,
replace the inflator module with a new one.

Installation

1. Install inflator module.

CAUTION:

D

Never use the air bag assembly from another
vehicle. Use only the air bag assembly for “UX”.

D

The driver’s air bag assembly (Inflator module)
for 1999 model has different characteristic to the
parts for 1998 model.When replace the driver’s
air bag assembly, confirm the parts number and
use only the parts for 1999 model. (The driver’s
air bag assembly for 1999 model has “yellow” bar
codes label. 1998 model has “white” bar codes
label.)

2. Support the module and carefully connect the module

connector.

NOTE: Pass the lead wire through the tabs on the plastic
cover (wire protector) of inflator to prevent lead wire from
being pinched.

3. Secure the module with one bolt to relieve weight on

the wire connector and tighten bolts to specified
sequence as illustrated.

Torque: 8 N·m (69 lb in)

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4. Connect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located

under the steering column.

5. Connect the battery “–” terminal cable.
6. Set ignition to “ON” while watching warning light.

Light should flash 7 times and then go off.  If lamp
does not operate correctly, refer to Restraints section.

POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM

2A–47

Steering Wheel

Steering Wheel and Associated Parts

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(1) Horn Lead
(2) Steering Wheel Fixing Nut

(3) Inflator Module
(4) Steering Wheel

CAUTION: Once the steering column is removed
from the vehicle, the column is extremely
susceptible to damage. Dropping the column
assembly on its end could collapse the steering shaft
or loosen the slide block which maintains column
rigidity. Leaning on the column assembly could
cause the jacket to bend or deform. Any of the above
damage could impair the column’s collapsible
design. If it is necessary to remove the steering
wheel, use only the specified steering wheel puller.
Under no conditions should the end of the shaft be
hammered upon, as hammering could loosen slide
block which maintains column rigidity.

Removal

1. Turn the steering wheel so that the vehicle’s wheels

are pointing straight ahead.

2. Turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”.
3. Disconnect the battery “–” terminal cable, and wait at

least 5 minutes.

4. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located

under the steering column.

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5. Loosen the inflator module fixing bolt from behind the

steering wheel assembly using a TORX



 driver or

equivalent until the inflator module can be released
from steering assembly.

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6. Disconnect the yellow 2-way SRS connector located

behind the inflator module.

WARNING: THE INFLATOR MODULE SHOULD
ALWAYS BE CARRIED WITH THE URETHANE
COVER AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND SHOULD
ALWAYS BE LAID ON A FLAT SURFACE WITH THE
URETHANE SIDE UP.  THIS IS NECESSARY
BECAUSE A FREE SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ALLOW
THE AIR CUSHION TO EXPAND IN THE UNLIKELY
EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT.
OTHERWISE, PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.

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7. Disconnect horn lead.
8. Remove steering wheel fixing nut.

9. Apply a setting mark (1) across the steering wheel

and shaft so parts can be reassembled in their original
position, then remove steering wheel.

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10. Move the front wheels to the straight ahead position,

then use steering wheel remover J–29752 to remove
the steering wheel. 

CAUTION: Never apply force to the steering wheel
in direction of the shaft by using a hammer or other
impact tools in an attempt to remove the steering
wheel.  The steering shaft is designed as an energy
absorbing unit.

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