Front Side Airbag

Airbags


Front Side Airbag

• Removal and installation is described for the left-hand side of the vehicle. Removal and installation for the right-hand side is performed in the same manner.

Removing

CAUTION!
Observe safety precautions for working on airbags. Refer to --> [ Airbag Safety Precautions ] Technician Safety Information.

- Disconnect vehicle battery.

- Remove left front seat. Refer to --> [ Front Seat ] Front Seats.

- Remove right trim on seat.

Vehicles with manual seat adjustment

- Remove left trim on seat.

Vehicles with electric seat adjustment

- Remove left power seat trim. Refer to --> [ Power Seat Trim, Left ] Front Seats.

All vehicles

- Remove front seat backrest. Refer to --> [ Front Seat Backrest ] Front Seats.

- Remove cover and upholstery from front seat backrests. Refer to --> [ Front Seat Backrest Cover and Upholstery ] Front Seat Covers and Upholstery.

- Separate wiring harness - 1 - from backrest frame.

- Remove bolt - 2 - (9 Nm).

- Remove side airbag - 3 - from mounting in backrest frame.





Installing

To install, perform the steps used for removal in reverse order.

- Switch on ignition.

CAUTION!
Make sure that no one is in the vehicle.

- Connect vehicle battery..