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2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Driver's Airbag Module: Removal

2016 Subaru Legacy 2.5iSECTION Removal
CAUTION: Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag system components. < Ref. to CAUTION , General Description. >
  1. Position the front wheels straight ahead.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
  3. Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
  4. Remove the driver's airbag module.
    1. Using a hexagon wrench etc. wrapped by protective tape, insert the snap pins and release the locks (three locations).
      Fig 1: Removing Driver'S Airbag Module Using Hexagon Wrench
      G10276965Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    2. Disconnect the horn harness and airbag connector, and remove the driver's airbag module. < Ref. to DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE, CURTAIN AIRBAG MODULE AND PRETENSIONER , PROCEDURE, Airbag Connector. >
      Fig 2: Disconnecting Horn Harness And Airbag Connector
      G10276966Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
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