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Disarming Airbag System

Old Aug 2, 2009 | 1:33 AM
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2005 Malibu Maxx, LS
I have to do some work around the dash board and panels:
Remove replace Multi Use light/turn signal switch
Remove/Replace/Secure radio
My question is: One: if I remove the Airbag fuse will that disarm the Airbag system and prevent from firing while I'm working around the dashboard or is it necessary to disconnect the battery?
Two: What are the consequences/ramifications to the on board computers of disconnecting the battery?
Three: If I use a "memory saver" and remove the Airbag fuse will that combination work to preserve the memory and prevent the Airbags from firing?
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Old Aug 2, 2009 | 6:53 AM
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just pull the 2 fuses, and wait for about 10 mins before starting to do any work and you should be fine
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Hi
Thanks for the reply and info. You state: " just pull the two fuses" my owners manual shows only one airbay fuse. Is there any other precautions one should use when pulling an airbag fuse? Your thoughts. Thanks.

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Old Aug 3, 2009 | 8:16 AM
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There should be 2 fuses at the fuse panel in the center console.
Make sure th key is off, pull the fuses, wait for 10 mins, then go to work

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Old Aug 3, 2009 | 10:05 AM
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Shawn, Thanks
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