Removal & Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.

NOTE: 

• If replacing the side airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.
• Before the front power seat is removed, slide the front power seat to the half-way position, then raise the seat to the highest position.
• When troubleshooting, do not remove the front seat. Disconnect only the side airbag inflator connector from under the front seat.

• 1. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Disconnect

  NOTE:  Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

• 2. Front Seat - Remove
• 3. Front Seat-Back Cover/Pad - Remove
• 4. Side Airbag - Remove

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  1. Detach the harness clip (A)

  2. Remove the mounting nuts (B), then remove the side airbag (C).

• 5. All Removed Parts - Install the all removed parts in the reverse order of removal.

  NOTE: 

  • During installation, install the new mounting nut to the specified torque.
  • If the side airbag cover is secured with tape, remove the tape.
  • Do not open the lid on the side airbag cover.
  • Make sure that the seat-back cover/pad is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent proper deployment.
  • Be sure to install the harness so that they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
• 6. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Connect
• 7. Seat Operation - Confirm

  1. Move the front seat and the seat-back through their full ranges of movement, making sure the harness are not pinched or interfering with other parts.

• 8. SRS Operation - Confirm

  1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.