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 curtain airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.
- Review the interior trim replacement procedure before doing repair or service .
- Removal of the side curtain airbag must be done according to Precaution and Procedures .
- 1. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Disconnect
NOTE: Wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.
- 2. Headliner - Remove
- 3. Connector (Side Curtain Airbag Inflator) - Disconnect
1. Disconnect the connector (A).
- 4. Side Curtain Airbag - Remove
1. Remove the side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A), the mounting bolts (B), the clips (C), and the clip (D), then remove the side curtain airbag (E).
- 5. All Removed Parts - Install the all removed parts in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- During installation, install the new side curtain airbag mounting bolts to the specified torque.
- If the side curtain airbag is frayed, or has any other visible damage, replace it. Do not attempt to repair an airbag.
- When you install the side curtain airbag, make sure it is not twisted, and that it is not caught between the inflator bracket by the bracket bolts.
- Make sure that the side curtain airbag inflator retainer is installed properly. Otherwise the side curtain airbag could incorrectly deploy and cause damage or injuries.
- If there is any damage to the side curtain airbag, do not try to repair it. Replace any damaged side curtain airbag.
- Before installing the headliner, make sure the SRS indicator works normally.
- 6. SRS Operation - Confirm
1. Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure, turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.
- 7. Headliner/Pillar Trim Overlap - Confirm
