Disassembly and Assembly: Seatback: Notes

WARNING: Never leave any objects (screwdrivers, tools, etc.) on the seat during seatback repair. It can lead to personal injury if the side air bag module should accidentally deploy.

CAUTION:

Before servicing, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at least 3 minutes.
Handle the side air bag module carefully. During disassembly, always hold the side air bag module, do not let it hang by the wire harness.
Always place the side air bag module with the deployment side facing upward.
Always work from the side or back of the seatback assembly, do not work in front of seat.
Do not use air tools or electric tools for servicing the seat assembly.
Replace the side air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
Do not insert any objects into the side air bag module.
Do not attempt to disassemble the side air bag module.
Do not expose the side air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
Do not expose the side air bag module to any oil, grease, detergent or water.
During disassembly, do not damage the seatback trim, chutes, harness connectors, retainers, clips, module harness or the side air bag module.

NOTE:

If the vehicle has been involved in a collision and the side air bag has deployed, the front seatback assembly must be replaced.
Driver side shown, passenger side similar.