Subaru Impreza 2003 Service Manual page 2814

AIRBAG SYSTEM
7. Airbag Control Module
A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Do not disassemble the airbag control mod-
ule.
• If the airbag control module is deformed or if
water damage is suspected, replace the airbag
control module with a new genuine part.
• Do not drop the airbag control module.
• After removal, keep the airbag control mod-
ule on a dry, clean surface away from moisture,
heat, and dust.
1) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
2) Disconnect the ground cable from battery, and
wait for at least 20 seconds before starting work.
3) Remove the console cover. <Ref. to EI-42, RE-
MOVAL, Console Box.>
4) Remove the center console panel. <Ref. to EI-
43, REMOVAL, Instrument Panel Assembly.>
5) Disconnect the connector from airbag control
module.
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6) Using the T40 TORX bit (Tamper resistant
type), remove the four TORX
shown in the figure.
B: INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
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Use new TORX bolts during reassembly.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
Refer to "COMPONENT" in "General Descrip-
tion" <Ref. to AB-2, SRS AIRBAG, COMPO-
NENT, General Description.>
C: INSPECTION
Check for the following, and replace damaged
parts with new parts.
• Control module, connector, and mounting brack-
et are damaged.
• Airbag is deployed.
• Side airbag is deployed.
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
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bolts in the order
AB-00035
AB-16