Nissan Note E12. Manual - part 571

DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE

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2. Locate the access holes on side of steering wheel rear finisher

(1) and insert (

) a 5.0 mm (0.20 in) diameter suitable tool (A).

3. Push suitable tool inward (

) and make sure the tool contacts

the spring (D). While pushing on spring (D), push on the driver

air bag module. The driver air bag module hook will release,

then pull to release from steering wheel. Repeat procedure on

springs (B) and (C).

NOTE:

Driver air bag module removed for clarity.

4. Lift driver air bag module away from the steering wheel and dis-

connect the driver air bag module harness connector (A) and the

horn harness connector (B). Then remove the wire harness from

hook (C).

NOTE:

Take note of harness routing for correct installation.

CAUTION:

• For removing/installing the driver air bag module harness

connector, insert a thin screwdriver wrapped in tape into

the notch, then lift the lock and remove the harness con-

nector as shown.

• Install the harness connector with the lock raised, and

push the lock into the connector as shown.

• After installing the connector, check that the lock is

pushed in securely.

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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE

5. Remove the driver air bag module.

CAUTION:

• Always place the driver air bag module with pad side fac-

ing upward.

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• Replace the driver air bag module if it has been dropped

or sustained an impact.

• Do not strike the driver air bag module.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE:

To install the driver air bag module onto the steering wheel, align the hooks over the springs and push to snap

into place.

CAUTION:

• Always route driver air bag module harness in original location. 

• Be careful not to damage or pinch the harness while installing.

• After the work is completed, check the function of the horn and each steering switch.

• After the work is completed, perform diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to

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SPIRAL CABLE

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SPIRAL CABLE

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WARNING:

• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals then wait at

least three minutes.

• Do not disassemble the spiral cable.

• Do not use air tools or electric tools for servicing.

CAUTION:

• Do not allow oil, grease, detergent or water to come in contact with the spiral cable.

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect negative and positive battery terminals, then wait at least three minutes. Refer to 

PG-69,

"Removal and Installation (Battery)"

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2. Remove steering wheel. Refer to 

ST-8, "Removal and Installation"

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3. Remove steering column covers. Refer to 

IP-17, "Removal and Installation"

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4. Disconnect the harness connectors from spiral cable.
5. Remove screws (A), then release pawls and remove spiral cable

(1).

: Pawl

CAUTION:

Do not turn the spiral cable quickly or beyond the limit

number of turns (approximately 2.5 turns from the neutral

position), this may cause the cable to snap.

CAUTION:

1. Combination switch

2. Spiral cable

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SPIRAL CABLE

• Do not strike or drop the spiral cable.

• Replace the spiral cable if it has been dropped or sustained

an impact.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• The turn signal lever must be in the neutral position for spiral cable installation.

• Set the spiral cable neutral position by carefully turning the spiral

cable (1) clockwise to the stop position. Turn the spiral cable coun-

terclockwise 2.5 turns stopping when the locating pin (A) is at the

top most position, triangles (B) are aligned as shown and the win-

dow (C) appears white.

NOTE:

If a new service part is installed, the neutral position is already set

with a stopper clip in place and should not be adjusted after the

stopper clip is removed. Make sure the stopper clip is removed

before installing the steering wheel.

• During steering wheel (2) installation, make sure the locating pin

hole (D) is aligned with the locating pin (A) of the spiral cable.

CAUTION:

• The spiral cable may snap during steering operation if the spiral cable is installed in an improper

position.

• Do not overturn the spiral cable or go beyond the maximum number of turns allowed. This will cause

the cable to snap.

• The turn signal lever must be in the neutral position for spiral cable installation.

• Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.

• After the work is completed, perform diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to

SRC-9, "Description"

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