Knee Airbag Module: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Subaru WRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag system components. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION
Do not allow harness and connectors to interfere or get tangled up with other parts.

Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
- Knee airbag module is cracked or deformed.
- Claw portion of the metallic case of knee airbag module is not aligned with the plastic cover.
- Knee airbag module bracket is cracked or deformed.
- Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
- Harness wire is exposed.
- Depending on the condition of the beam steering COMPL, installation of the knee airbag module is difficult.
Install the knee airbag module.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
Connect the airbag connector. Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>AIRBAG CONNECTOR>PROCEDURE>KNEE AIRBAG MODULE, DRIVER'S AIRBAG MODULE & LAP SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER
Install the data link connector.
Install the cover LWR driver. Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER COVER>INSTALLATION
Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY