Driver or Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

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Fig 1: Locating Side Inflatable Restraint Module

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Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary: The seat cushion frame The seat recliner, if equipped The seat adjuster The seat back frame Failure to do so may cause future personal injury. Preliminary Procedure Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .
1	Side Impact Inflatable Restraint Nut (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 5 N.m (44 lb in)
2	Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly Procedure Unclip the side impact module wiring harness from under the seat. Disconnect the electrical connector. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .

Callout

Component Name

WARNING: Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

The seat cushion frame
The seat recliner, if equipped
The seat adjuster
The seat back frame

Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

Preliminary Procedure

Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
Remove the seat back cushion cover and pad. Refer to Front Seat Back Cushion Cover and Cushion Pad Replacement .

Side Impact Inflatable Restraint Nut (Qty: 2)

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten: 5 N.m (44 lb in)

Inflatable Restraint Module Assembly

Procedure

Unclip the side impact module wiring harness from under the seat.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflator Module Handling and Scrapping .