Driver Airbag

501-20B Supplemental Restraint System 2016 Mustang

Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 04/13/2015

Removal

WARNING: The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps required for correct restraint system operation during a crash. Follow all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step instructions may result in incorrect operation of the restraint system and increases the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.

1. Depower the SRS. Refer to: Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Depowering (501-20B Supplemental Restraint System, General Procedures).

2. At the side of the steering wheel cover, locate the hole and insert a 3 mm (0.125 inch) Allen key.

Driver Airbag — original illustration 1, reference 2124Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

3. NOTE: The driver airbag has been removed for clarity.

Angle the inserted end of the Allen key up and toward the front of the vehicle for ideal contact with the spring clip.

Source reference 2124

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