Side Curtain Airbag Replacement

Side Curtain Airbag Replacement

Removal

NOTE:

- If replacing the side curtain airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment Service and Repair for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.
- Review the interior trim replacement procedure before doing repair or service Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Pillar Areas.
- Removal of the side curtain airbag must be done according to the Precautions and Procedures Service and Repair.

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures, then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Remove the headliner Service and Repair.

3. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) from the side curtain airbag 2P connector.






4. Remove the side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A) and mounting bolts (B) from the bracket, then remove the side curtain airbag (C).

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5. Remove the side curtain airbag assembly.

Installation

NOTE:

- If replacing the side curtain airbag after deployment, refer to the Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment Service and Repair for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.
- Installation of the side curtain airbag must be doing according to the Precautions and Procedures Service and Repair.
- If the airbag is frayed, or has only other visible damage, replace it. Do not attempt to repair an airbag.
- When you install the airbag, make sure it is not twisted, and that it is not caught between the inflator bracket by the bracket bolts.
- Make sure that the side curtain airbag inflator retainer is installed properly. Otherwise the airbag could accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.
- If there is any damage to the side curtain airbag, do not try to repair it. Replace any damaged side curtain airbag.

1. Place the side curtain airbag assembly on the side of the roof. Tighten the new side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A) and mounting bolts (B) to the specified torque.

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2-door





2. Connect the floor wire harness 2P connector (A) to the side curtain airbag 2P connector.





3. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.

4. Clear any DTCs.

5. After installing the side curtain airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.

6. Install all removed parts in reverse order of removal. If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

7. Confirm proper headliner/pillar trim overlap.