Side Airbag Replacement

Side Airbag Replacement

NOTE: If replacing the side airbag after deployment, Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment Service and Repair for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.

Removal

1. Do the 12 volt battery terminal disconnection procedure, then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Disconnect the floor wire harness 2P connector from the side airbag, then remove the front seat Front Seat Removal / Installation.

3. Pull the outside portion of the seat cushion cover back, and release the Velcro fastener.

4. Detach the clips (A) and wire ties (B) of side airbag harness from the seat cushion frame.






5. Unzip the seat-cover from behind the seat-back.

6. Pull back the seat-back cover, then release the hook strips from the seat-back frame.

7. Pull out the seat-back cover/pad as needed Service and Repair.

8. Release the airbag attachment wire A from seat-back frame (B).





9. Detach the clip (C). Pull out the side airbag harness in the seat-back cover, then remove the mounting nut (D) and the side airbag (E).

Installation

NOTE:

- If the side airbag lid is secured with tape, remove the tape.
- Do not open the lid on the side airbag cover.
- Use new mounting nut tightened to the specified torque.
- If you are replacing a deployed airbag, replace the airbag attachment wire.
- Make sure that the seat-back cover/pad is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent proper deployment.
- Be sure to install the harness so that they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.

1. Place the side airbag (B) on the seat-back frame. Install the new side airbag mounting nut (C).





2. Install the airbag attachment wire A in the seat-back frame (D).

3. Install the side airbag harness into the seat-back cover, then install the clip (E).

4. Reinstall the seat-back cover/pad in the reverse order of removal.

5. Install the clips (A) and wire ties (B) of side airbag harness to seat cushion frame.





6. Install the front seat Front Seat Removal / Installation, then connect the floor wire harness 2P connector to the side airbag.

7. Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure.

8. Move the front seat and the seat-back through their full ranges of movement, making sure the harness are not pinched or interfering with other parts.

9. Clear any DTCs with the HDS.

10. After installing the side airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.