Side Airbag Module

Side Airbag Module

Removal

IMPORTANT: Before working on the airbag module, refer to the "CAUTION" in Airbag Systems/Service Precautions.

NOTE: Remove the passenger's side by referring to driver's side.

Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery, and wait for at least 20 seconds before starting work.
Remove the front seats.
Remove the clip, and then remove the side airbag harness from slide rail IN (A) and reverse side seat cushion assembly.







Remove the backrest cover.
Remove the side airbag harness from backrest frame assembly.







Remove the side airbag module (A) from backrest frame assembly.







Installation

IMPORTANT: Before working on the airbag module, refer to the "CAUTION" in Airbag Systems/Service Precautions.

Ensure there are no foreign particles on side airbag module.
Install the side airbag module (A) to backrest frame assembly.

Tightening torque: 5.9 Nm (0.59 kgf-m, 4.4 ft-lb)







Install the side airbag harness to backrest frame assembly.

NOTE: Secure the harness to its original position of seat.







Install the backrest cover.
Install the side airbag harness to slide rail IN (A), and then secure the connector to the bracket the back side of seat cushion assembly.







Recline the seat or slide it backward and forward. Check there is no contact between seat backrest assembly, cushion cover assembly and side airbag harness.