How to Remove the Airbag of Changan Eado?
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The steps to remove the airbag of Changan Eado are as follows: first, remove the steering wheel, then use a screwdriver to pry open the airbag clip, unplug the airbag connector, and take out the airbag. The function of the car's airbag is to rapidly inflate a gas cushion between the vehicle occupants and the interior components before a secondary collision occurs after a car crash. Below is an introduction to the airbag: The working principle of the airbag involves the pressure sensor of the airbag system and the acceleration sensor in the restraint system ECU to determine whether to deploy. When both receive signals simultaneously, the airbag is instantly inflated, expands rapidly, breaks through the steering wheel's decorative panel, and is propelled toward the driver, wrapping the driver's upper body to reduce the direct impact force between the body and the vehicle.
I've been driving a Changan Eado for five years, and the airbag system is not something you can just casually dismantle. If you really need to work on it, you must first disconnect the negative terminal of the battery and wait for about ten minutes to let the current completely discharge. Otherwise, a sudden touch could accidentally trigger the airbag—it's like a little bomb! Then, carefully remove the steering wheel cover, which usually has securing screws. Use professional tools to loosen them slowly without forcing them. The airbag module is located in the center of the steering wheel, and you need to gently unplug the connector—never yank the cables. After removal, don't just leave it lying around, as it can get damp or damaged. I once tried to inspect a fault myself and nearly had an accident. Later, I wisely sent it to a 4S shop for repairs. It cost me a few hundred bucks, but it bought me peace of mind. Remember, airbags are a matter of life and death. It's better to spend a little extra money and leave it to the professionals than to mess around yourself. Saves trouble and ensures safety.
