Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 2821

Diagnostic Procedure
Step
INSPECT DRIVER-SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
1 CONNECTOR
WARNING:
Handling the component parts improperly can
accidentally operate (deploy) the air bag module,
which may seriously injure you. Read the service
warnings/cautions and the workshop manual before
handling the air bag system components.
(See
(See
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1
min or more.
Remove the headliner.
(See
Disconnect the driver-side curtain air bag module
connector. (See
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
Inspection
AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE
AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE
HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
WARNINGS.)
CAUTIONS.)
Action
YesReplace the driver-side
curtain air bag module
wiring harness.
No Go to the next step.