Chery A1 2009 Service Manual page 759

Airbag System Disarming Procedure
Description
WARNING!
The steering column contains the driver's airbag. The airbag system is a sensitive, complex electro-mechanical
unit. Before attempting to diagnose, remove or install the airbag system components, you must first disconnect
and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable. Then wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge.
Failure to do so could result in accidental deployment of the airbag and possible personal injury. The fasteners,
screws, and bolts, originally used for the airbag components, have special coatings and are specifically
designed for the airbag system. They must never be replaced with any substitutes. Anytime a new fastener is
needed, replace with the correct fasteners provided in the service package or fasteners listed in the parts books.
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge.
4. The airbag system can now be serviced safely.
Driver Airbag
Removal & Installation
1. Turn ignition switch off.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
WARNING!
Wait two minutes for the airbag system reserve capacitor to discharge before beginning any airbag system or
component service. Failure to do so may result in accidental airbag development, serious or fatal injury (See
Airbag System Disarming Procedure in Section 14 Restraints).
3. Loosen the two driver airbag retaining bolts.
(Tighten: Driver airbag retaining bolts to 10 N·m)
4. Remove the driver side airbag.
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