2005 Dodge and Ram Neon SE, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Passenger Airbag: Installation: Module

NOTE: When installing a module for any reason other than DEPLOYMENT.
  1. Connect the passenger airbag wire connector to the airbag. Lower the airbag into the instrument panel in its mounting position.
  2. Install the three airbag attaching nuts to the support structure. Tighten the three airbag retaining nuts to 22 to 34 N.m (200 to 300 in. lbs.) torque.
  3. Install the two passenger airbag cover screws attaching cover to the front lower instrument panel. Tighten screws to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.) torque.
  4. Install the three passenger airbag cover screws attaching cover to top of instrument panel. See Figure. Tighten screws to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.) torque.
  5. Install the door onto the instrument panel and install the three screws to the glove box door. Tighten screws to 2 N.m (20 in. lbs.) torque.
  6. Install the instrument panel top cover. Refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER .
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT THE BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE. REFER TO DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIRBAG SYSTEM  FIRST. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN OCCUPANT PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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