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Question posted by Tawilali52 on September 17th, 2012

Where's The Air Bag Module Located??

I need to know ASAP if someone can help me, please and thank yo

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Answer #1: Posted by roadrunnertim on September 18th, 2012 12:25 AM
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Air bag modules are usually located under the front seats. One under the driver's side seat and another under the passenger side seat. Just be sure to disconnect the negative battery before trying to remove or replace one. You wouldn't want to trigger the air bag when you try to remove the module!

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