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Inflatable Restraint Side Impact Module Replacement - Front

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disable the SIR system.
2. Remove the driver seat.
3. Unclip the J-clip that is along the lower rear seat back.
4. Remove the seat back cover.
5. Remove the driver side air bag fasteners (2).
6. Note the routing of the driver side air bag wiring harness (4) and retaining clip attachments within the driver seat.
7. Remove the driver side air bag wiring harness (4) retaining clips from the driver seat frame.
8. Gently pull the pigtail harness up into the seat back while guiding the harness through the wire triangle of the seat frame.
9. Remove the module (1) from the driver seat back frame.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the module (1) to the seat while guiding the pigtail harness through the trim cup.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the driver side air fasteners (2).

Tighten
Tighten the driver side air bag fasteners to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Gently pull the driver side air bag wiring harness (4) down into the seat cushion while guiding the harness through the wire triangle of the seat frame.
4. Install the harness retaining clips to the seat frame.
5. Install the seat back cover.
6. Connect together the J-clip that is along the lower rear seat back.
7. Install the driver seat.
8. Enable the SIR system.
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