Mitsubishi Outlander (2003+). Manual — part 396

AIR BAG MODULES AND CLOCK SPRING

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

52B-183

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION

WARNING

When discarding the air bag module or seat
back assembly, deploy the air bag as
specified in the service procedure (Refer to

P.52B-191

).

1. Even new air bag modules, clock spring and front

seat back assembly require inspection before
installation.

2. Connect the negative battery cable.

WARNING

Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF)
position when connecting and disconnecting
the MUT-II/III.

3. Connect the MUT-II/III to the diagnosis connector

(16- pin).

4. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
5. Read a diagnosis code to refer to that the SRS is

operating properly except an open in the air bag
module circuit.

6. Turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" (OFF) position.

WARNING

Wait at least 60 seconds after the
disconnection of the battery cable before
any further job (Refer to

P.52B-3

).

7. Disconnect the negative battery cable and

insulate with tape.

>>B<< CLOCK SPRING INSTALLATION
1. Confirm that the steering wheel is at the

straight-ahead position.

WARNING

Unless the mating marks are properly
aligned, the steering wheel gets stuck amid a
turn or the flat cable in the clock spring is
cut. These hinder the SRS air bag from
proper operation, resulting in serious injury
to the vehicle's driver.

2. Align the mating marks of the clock spring.

(1) Turn the clock spring clockwise fully. Then turn

it back approximately 3 3/4 turns
counterclockwise to align the mating marks.

(2) Then install the clock spring to the column

switch.

AC300168

Mating marks

AB

AIR BAG MODULES AND CLOCK SPRING

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

52B-184

>>C<< STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG
MODULE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION

CAUTION

Be sure when installing the steering wheel, that
the harness of the clock spring does not become
caught or tangled.
1. Refer to first that the clock spring has been

centered properly. Then, install the steering
wheel.

2. After clamping, turn the steering wheel all the way

in both directions to confirm that steering is
normal.

>>D<< POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1. Connect the negative battery cable.
2. Turn the ignition key to "ON" position.

3. Does the SRS warning lamp illuminate for about 7

seconds, and then remain extinguished for at
least 5 seconds after turning OFF?

4. If no, refer to troubleshooting (Refer to

P.52B-11

).

INSPECTION

M1524002500466

AIR BAG MODULE CHECK

WARNING

•

If any component damage is found during
the following inspection, replace the air
bag module(s) with a new one. Dispose of
the old one according to the specified
procedure (Refer to

P.52B-191

).

•

Never attempt to measure the circuit
resistance of he air bag module (squib)
even if you are using the specified tester.
If the circuit resistance is measured with a
tester, accidental air bag module(s)
deployment will result in serious personal
injury.

1. Check the pad cover for dents, cracks or

deformation.

2. Check the connectors for damage, the terminals

for deformation, and the harness for binds.

3. Check the air bag inflator case for dents, cracks or

deformation.

4. Install the air bag module (driver’s side) to the

steering wheel and check fit and alignment with
the wheel.

5. Install the air bag module (front passenger’s side)

to the instrument panel and front deck
crossmember and check fit and alignment.

AC301667

SRS warning lamp

AB

AC300170AB

<Driver's side>

<Front passenger's side>

Inflator case

Connector

Connector

Inflator case

AIR BAG MODULES AND CLOCK SPRING

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

52B-185

FRONT SEATBACK ASSEMBLY WITH SIDE AIR
BAG MODULE CHECK

WARNING

•

If any improper part is found during the
following inspection, replace the front
seatback assembly with a new one.
Dispose of the old one according to the
specified procedure (Refer to

P.52B-191

).

•

Never attempt to measure the circuit
resistance of the air bag module (squib)
even if you are using the specified tester.
If the circuit resistance is measured with a
tester, accidental air bag deployment will
result in serious personal injury.

1. Check the air bag module deployment section for

dents or deformation.

2. Check the connector for damage, the terminals for

deformation, and the harness for binds.

CLOCK SPRING CHECK

If any malfunction is found in the following
inspections, replace the clock spring with a new one.
1. Check the connectors and protective tube for

damage, and the terminals for deformation.

2. Visually check the case for damage.
3. Check to see that there is a charge (continuity)

between the C-308 clock spring connector
terminal 1 and C-305 horn switch.

CAUTION

Do not directly insert a probe, etc. into the
terminal from the front of the connector.
4. Insert the special tool harness set (MB991222)

from behind the C-306 air bag module connector
(driver's side).

5. As shown in the Figure, connect the circuit tester

to the special tool harness set (MB991222) and
check to see that there is a charge between the
terminals.

AC300172 AB

Air bag module
deployment
section

1 2 3 4 5 6

AC303008AD

Case

C-308 Clock spring
connector

Protective tube

C-306 Air bag
module connector

C-305 Horn switch

AC303007AD

Clock spring

C-306 Air bag
module connector
(driver's side)

C-306 Air bag
module connector
(driver's side)

Plobe
(MB991222)

Digital
multi-meter

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

52B-186

SIDE IMPACT SENSOR

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

M1524004600243

WARNING

•

Disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait for 60 seconds or more before starting
work. Furthermore, the disconnected battery terminal should be covered with tape to
insulate it.

•

Never attempt to disassemble or repair the side impact sensors. If faulty, replace it.

•

Do not drop or subject the side impact sensors to impact or vibration. If denting, cracking,
deformation, or rust are discovered in the side impact sensors, replace it with a new front
impact sensor. Discard the old one.

•

After deployment of an air bag, replace the side impact sensors with a new one.

•

Never use an ohmmeter on or near the side impact sensors, and use only the special test
equipment described on

P.52B-9

.

NOTE: The figure shows the side impact sensor
(RH).

Pre-removal Operation

•

Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

•

Disconnect the Negative Battery Terminal.

AC300142

1

5.0 ± 1.0 N·m

Center pillar

Front of vehicle

AB

Removal steps

•

Centre pillar trim lower (Refer to
GROUP 52A

−

Trims

P.52A-18

).

•

Seat belt pre-tensioner (Refer to
GROUP 52A

−

Front seat belt

P.52A-39

).

1.

Side impact sensor
Installation steps

>>A<<

•

Pre-installation inspection

>>B<<

1.

Side impact sensor

•

Seat belt pre-tensioner (Refer to
GROUP 52A

−

Front seat belt

P.52A-39

).

•

Centre pillar trim lower (Refer to
GROUP 52A

−

Trims

P.52A-18

).

•

Negative battery cable connector

>>C<<

•

Post-installation inspection

Installation steps (Continued)