2026-08-09

Airbag - Driver (Remove and Install)

Correction code 2001038011 2001038012 FRT 0.12 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-02-19: Added note on using PROC_RCM_DISARM if using this procedure to diagnose the SRS.
Warning
If using this procedure to diagnosis the vehicle's Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), disarm the RCM, which will prevent all airbags and pretensioners from deploying. Re-arm the RCM after all of the vehicle's SRS components are re-installed.
  • Disarm RCM:PROC_RCM_DISARMvia Service Mode Plus:
    • Safety & Restraints ➜ Airbags ➜ Disarm RCM
    • Safety & Restraints ➜ Seats ➜ Disarm RCM
    via Toolbox:(link)
  • Re-arm RCM:PROC_RCM_ARMvia Service Mode Plus:
    • Safety & Restraints ➜ Airbags ➜ Re-Arm RCM
    • Safety & Restraints ➜ Seats ➜ Re-Arm RCM
    via Toolbox:(link)
Warning
Make sure MV power has been disconnected for at least 2 minutes before disconnecting the electrical harness from Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components, such as Restraint Control Module, sensors, airbags, etc. Failure to do so can result in unintended safety system behaviors. For more information on SRS precautions, see Airbag and Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Precautions.
Warning
Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) components can be hazardous if not handled properly. See Airbag and Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Precautions.

Remove

  1. Open the LH front door and lower the LH front window.
  2. Open the powered frunk.
  3. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  4. Disconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  5. Press the spring clips (x2) simultaneously from the 2 access holes to release the driver airbag from the steering wheel, and then partially pull the airbag away from the steering wheel.
    CAUTION
    Do not remove the driver airbag from the steering wheel yet because the airbag electrical connector is still connected to the steering wheel.
    Warning
    Note how the airbag is attached to the steering wheel to aid in installation. Failure to fully seat both sides of the airbag can result in the airbag falling out or not performing as intended.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Small flathead screwdriver
    • Pick miniature soft grip hook tip 6 in.
  6. Disconnect the driver airbag electrical connector, and then remove the airbag from the vehicle.
    Note
    Make sure that the airbag is stored with the trim side facing upwards.

Install

  1. Connect the driver airbag electrical connector.
  2. Press the LH side of the driver airbag assembly into the steering wheel until an audible click is heard and the spring clip is fully seated.
    Warning
    Failure to fully seat both sides of the airbag can result in the airbag falling out or not performing as intended.
  3. Press the RH side of the driver airbag assembly into the steering wheel until an audible click is heard and the spring clip is fully seated.
    Warning
    Failure to fully seat both sides of the airbag can result in the airbag falling out or not performing as intended.
  4. Perform a light pull test on the LH side of the driver airbag to verify that it is properly secured to the steering wheel.
  5. Perform a light pull test on the RH side of the driver airbag to verify that it is properly secured to the steering wheel.
  6. Check that the gap between the driver airbag assembly and the steering wheel is consistent around the perimeter of the airbag.
  7. Reconnect MV power. See Mid-Voltage Power (Disconnect and Connect) (Modify).
  8. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Install).
  9. Close the powered frunk.
  10. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.