Side Air Bag Module: Disassembly

Remove the front seat assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION - SEAT ASSEMBLY .
Remove the headrest.
Release the lower seatback trim retainer straps (D) from the seat frame assembly.

Fig 1: Seatback Zippers, Strappers And J-Hook Retainers
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Unzip the seatback zippers (B), then release the J-hook retainers (C) and (A).
Unclip the side air bag module harness from the seat frame assembly.
NOTE:
Take note of harness routing and attachment location for accurate installation.
Disconnect the harness connector from the seatback heater (if equipped).
Remove the seatback assembly from the seat frame assembly.
1. Release the headrest holder locks as shown and remove the headrest holders.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Headrest Holder
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  CAUTION:
  Before removing/installing the headrest holder, check its orientation (front/rear and right/left).
2. Remove and discard the side air bag module nuts (A).
  
  Fig 3: Removing Side Air Bag Module Nuts
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  CAUTION:
  Do not reuse the side air bag module nuts.
  
  (1): Side air bag module
3. Disengage the side air bag module studs from the seat frame assembly and lift the seatback trim and seatback pad as an assembly from the seat frame assembly.
Open the seatback trim and release the side air bag module studs (A) from the holes in the chute (B).

Fig 4: Side Air Bag Module, Chute And Side Air Bag Module Studs
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Pull the side air bag module (1) out of the chute (B) and remove from the seatback trim.
CAUTION:
- Replace the side air bag module if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
  
  Fig 5: Precaution For Handling Air Bag Module
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- Do not strike the side air bag module.