Dodge RAM TRUCK 1500 1995 Service Manual page 501

S I - 4 RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
Fig. 3 Vacuum Heater And A/C Outlets
When removing a deployed airbag module,
rubber gloves, eye protection and long-sleeved
shirt should be worn. There may be deposits on
the airbag module and other interior surfaces,
which can cause irritation to the skin and eyes
in large doses.
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable and isolate.
If airbag module is undeployed, wait 2 minutes for
system capacitor to discharge before further service.
(2) If equipped, remove speed control switch
mounting screws (Fig. 4) from underside of steering
wheel.
Fig. 4 Speed Control Switch Remove/Install
(3) Pull switches from wheel and unplug connector
(Fig. 5).
(4) Using a small screwdriver, remove right rear
steering wheel cover (Fig. 6).
(5) Remove 4 nuts attaching airbag module to
steering wheel (Fig. 7).
(6) Remove airbag module from steering wheel.
(7) Unplug electrical connector from airbag mod­
ule.
Fig. 5 Speed Control Switch Connector
Remove/
Install
(8) When installing, connect clockspring wiring
connector to the module by pressing straight in on
the connector. The connector should latch securely
beneath the module connector locking clip to assure
positive connection.
(9) Install 4 nuts and tighten to 9 - 11 N-m (80 -
100 in. lbs.).
(10) Do not connect negative battery cable at this
time. See Airbag System Check for proper procedure.
IMPACT SENSOR REMOVE/INSTALL
The impact sensors are located on the inner
fender extensions behind the grille opening re­
inforcement.