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Side Curtain Airbag Replacement

Side Curtain Airbag Replacement

Removal

NOTE:
- Review the interior trim replacement procedure before doing repair or service.
- Removal of the side curtain airbag must be done according to Precautions and Procedures.
- The side curtain airbag system consists of many components. When the side curtain airbag has been deployed, go to component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment, and replace all of the parts listed.

1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then wait for 3 minutes before starting work.
2. Remove the headliner.
3. Disconnect the side curtain airbag 2P connector (A) from the SRS wire harness.






4. Remove the mounting bolts (A) and clips (B) from the bracket. Replace the bolt.
5. Remove the hook (C) from the protector.






Installation

NOTE:
- Installation of the side curtain airbag must be done according to the precautions and procedures section.
- If the airbag is frayed, or has any other visible damage, replace it. Do not attempt to repair an airbag.
- When you install the 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 airbag could incorrectly deploy and cause damage or injuries.
- Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.

1. Place the new side curtain airbag assembly on the side of the roof. Tighten the side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A).






2. Connect the side curtain airbag 2P connector (A) to the side curtain airbag.






3. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
4. Connect the HDS, and erase the DTCs.
5. After installing the side curtain airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.
6. Install all removed parts.
7. Confirm proper headliner/pillar trim overlap.