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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSAAB19999-3 BASE, 2D HATCHBACK, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)GENERAL INFORMATIONRESTRAINTSAIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURESHONDADISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING AIR BAG SYSTEM
1999 Saab 9-3 Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic
Disabling Air Bag System
1999 Saab 9-3 Base, 2D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION Disabling Air Bag System
- Obtain radio anti-theft code from vehicle owner and write down preset radio frequencies. Ensure ignition is OFF. Disconnect negative battery cable and then positive battery cable. Wait at least 3 MINUTES.
- Remove access panel from under steering wheel. Disconnect 2-pin connector between driver-side air bag and cable reel. See Figure and Figure . When disconnected, air bag connector half power and ground terminals are automatically shorted together.
- Remove glove box. Disconnect 2-pin connector between passenger-side air bag and SRS main harness. See Figure and Figure, Figure, Figure or Figure . When disconnected, air bag connector half power and ground terminals are automatically shorted together.
- On CR-V and Odyssey, slide front seats fully forward and remove front and rear side trim. Remove front and rear door trim and left and right "B" pillar trim panels. Unplug 2-pin connector between both front seat belt pretensioners and SRS main harness. When disconnected, seat belt pretensioner connector power and ground terminals are automatically shorted together.
NOTE:
To reconnect SRS connector, push sleeve-side connector half toward pawl-side connector half without touching sleeve. As connector halves are pressed together pawl will push sleeve back. When connector halves are completely connected, pawl will release spring-loaded sleeve and connector will lock.
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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.