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Repair Procedures: Installation

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CAUTION:
  • Be sure to install the harness wires so they will not pinch or interfere with other parts.
NOTE:
  • Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.
  • Make sure that the airbag assembly cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent a proper deployment.
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes.
  2. Place a side airbag on the side airbag frame and tighten the side airbag mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.7 - 8.7 lb-ft)

  3. Install a new seat back cover.

    (Refer to Body - "FRONT SEAT BACK COVER ")

  4. Install the front seat assembly, and then connect the side airbag harness connector.
  5. After installing the side airbag (SAB), confirm proper system operation:

    Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should turn on for about six seconds and then go off.

  6. Install a front seat assembly.

    (Refer to Body - "FRONT SEAT ASSEMBLY ")

  7. Recline and slide the front seat forward fully, make sure the harness wires are not pinched or interfered by other parts.
  8. Reconnect the battery negative cable.