Installation (from 07/2011)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY (for Hatchback Driver Side): INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
* Some of these service operations affect the SRS airbag system. Read the precautionary notices concerning the SRS airbag system before servicing Airbag System (for Hatchback with VSC/Built-in Type Yaw Rate Sensor).
* If the side airbag was deployed, replace the front seat airbag assembly, separate type front seatback spring assembly, separate type front seatback cover and separate type front seatback pad with a new one.
* Wear protective gloves. Sharp areas on the parts may injure your hands.
NOTICE:
Always use "TORX" socket wrench E10 when removing the front seat.

1. INSTALL FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:
* The nuts must not be reused.
* Make sure that the separate type front seatback spring assembly is not deformed. If it is, replace it with a new one.
(a) Install the front seat side airbag assembly with 2 new nuts.

Torque : 5.5 Nm (56 kgf-cm, 49 in-lbf)

(b) Engage the 2 clamps.

(c) Engage the 3 clamps to install the front seat side airbag wire harness.

2. INSTALL FRONT SEATBACK COVER WITH PAD

(a) Temporary install the front seatback cover with pad.

(b) Install the front seatback cover bracket with the 2 nuts.

- Torque : 5.5 Nm (56 kgf-cm, 49 in-lbf)

NOTICE:
* For vehicles with side airbags, the side airbags may not be activated normally unless the front seatback cover is securely installed.
* Check that the strap is not twisted after installing the bracket.
* Install the bracket securely.

(c) Fasten the 2 zippers. (for Sport Package)

(d) Align the protruding portion of the front seat headrest support with the installation groove of the front seat adjuster frame.





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(e) Engage the 4 claws to install the 2 front seat headrest supports.

(f) Using hog ring pliers, install 3 new hog rings.





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NOTICE:
Do not soil or scratch the front seatback cover.

(g) Using hog ring pliers, install 3 new hog rings.





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NOTICE:
Do not soil or scratch the front seatback cover.

(h) Fasten the hook and loop fastener.

(i) Connect the seatback cover band.

3. INSTALL FRONT SEAT CUSHION INNER SHIELD Reassembly (from 07/2011)

4. INSTALL FRONT SEAT CUSHION SHIELD Reassembly (from 07/2011)

5. INSTALL VERTICAL ADJUSTING HANDLE (w/ Vertical Adjuster) Reassembly (from 07/2011)

6. INSTALL RECLINING ADJUSTER RELEASE HANDLE Reassembly (from 07/2011)

7. INSTALL FRONT SEAT HEADREST ASSEMBLY Reassembly (from 07/2011)

8. INSTALL FRONT SEAT INNER BELT ASSEMBLY

Installation (from 07/2011)

9. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

Torque : 5.4 Nm (55 kgf-cm, 48 in-lbf)

10. INSPECT SRS WARNING LIGHT

Diagnosis System (from 07/2011)