Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 100

AIR BAG WIRING HARNESS REPAIR
Incorrectly repairing an air bag wiring harness can accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag
module and pre-tensioner seat belts. If a problem is found in the air bag wiring harness, always
replace the wiring harness with a new one.
Fig. 8: Precaution For Air Bag Wiring Harness Repair
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DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
WARNING:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Fig. 9: Identifying Driver-Side Air Bag Module Components & Torque Specifications
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4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 RESTRAINTS Air Bag System - Mazda CX-9
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the
air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag
system service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag
module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.) (See AIR
BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS.)