2008 Dodge Avenger Clock Spring, Airbag, Air Bag Control Module, Air Bag Sensor

Air Bag Sensor, Airbag, Clock Spring Installation and Repair Tips for 2008 Dodge Avenger

• Q:

  How to Service the Air Bag Sensor for Front Impact on 2008 Dodge Avenger?

  A:

  To service the front impact sensor, remove the battery negative cable and wait 2 minutes for the capacitor to discharge. Remove the screw holding the sensor to the radiator support, disconnect the electrical connector and then remove the front impact sensor from the engine compartment.
• Q:

  How to Remove and Replace a Clock Spring Assembly on 2008 Dodge Avenger?

  A:

  To change the Clock Spring assembly, turn off the supplemental restraint system by taking out the battery negative cable. Install a pre-centered replacement Clock Spring, and hold on to the locking pin until a steering wheel has been installed. Make sure that the Clock Spring is correctly assembled and screwed on before the steering wheel is installed again, and the battery reconnected.
• Q:

  How Should an Airbag Be Properly Installed in a Seat on 2008 Dodge Avenger?

  A:

  Install the seat air bag into the nylon pouch of the front seat back trim cover before attaching it to the seat frame. Secure the air bag, reconnect the harness, and reinstall all trim. Do not connect the battery negative cable until the system test is completed to avoid serious injury.