SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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Removal

Warning

• Always wear safety glasses when repairing a vehicle with an air bag equipped, or servicing the air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury if the air bag accidentally operates (deploys).

• When carrying a live side air bag module, position yourself facing the tear seam of the air bag. This will reduce the risk of injury if the air bag accidentally operates (deploys).

• Do not position the tear seam of a live side air bag module facing the ground. This will reduce the risk of injury if the air bag accidentally operates (deploys).

• After operation (deployment), the air bag surface can contain deposits of sodium hydroxide, a product of the gas generating combustion. Since it irritates the skin, wash your hands with soap and water after servicing.

• • Never probe the connectors with a tester on the air bag module. • If it is probed directly, the operation (deployment) of the air bag could result in personal injury.

• • The air bag sensor is important for proper air bag system operation (deployment). • If a vehicle equipped with an air bag system is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring harness connector for deformation. • Replace damaged sensors or structural components whether or not the air bag has operated (deployed), and install new parts properly.

• To avoid accidental operation (deployment) of the air bag and possible personal injury, always deplete the back-up power supply before repairing or replacing any front or side air bag structural component, and before servicing, replacing, adjusting, or causing impact to components near the air bag sensors, such as doors, dashboard, console, door latches, strikers, seats and bonnet latches.

• Before servicing, refer to this workshop manual to determine the location of the crash zone sensor.

• The side air bag sensors are located at the base of the B pillar.

• Remove the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more to allow the back-up power supply to deplete its stored power. Make sure to disconnect the auxiliary batteries and power supplies (if equipped).

• The SST (diagnostic simulator) is for air bag system servicing only. Before using the vehicle, you must always remove it. • Failure to remove it could result in personal injury and loss of the vehicle safety standards.

Note

• Do not operate the air bag system when servicing the seat of vehicles with side air bags or pre-tensioner seat belts.

• The SST (diagnostic simulator) can be connected to the floor connector under the seat that are only connected to the side air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped).

• Do not perform the on-board diagnostics or repairing of side air bag system or pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped) with the seats installed to the vehicle. Before performing on-board diagnostics or repairing of the side air bag system or pre-tensioner front buckle (if equipped), always remove the seats from the vehicle, and connect the SST (diagnostic simulator) to the floor connector of the side air bag or pre-tensioner front buckle (if equipped). Remove the SST (diagnostic simulator) before operating the vehicle on the road.

• Perform the seat system diagnostics other than the side air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped) (lumbar, climate control, heat, power seat track) with the seats installed in the vehicle as long as the SSTs (diagnostic simulator) are installed under the seats in the side air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt to the floor connector.

• After diagnosing/repairing the seat system, always remove the SST (diagnostic simulator) before operating the vehicle on the road.

• When replacing with the new side air bag after the operation (deployment) of the side air bag, refer to "side air bag removal/installation."

• Replace only with new parts. If the new part does not correct the malfunction, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.

1. Remove the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.

2.• Remove the applicable seat from the vehicle.

Caution

• Be careful when servicing a seat. Dropping or sitting on one that is not secured could cause damage to the structural component.

Note

• Refer to the following items or instructions for the appropriate seat removing procedure.

• The passenger-side side air bag module removal is shown in the figure. The driver-side side air bag module removal is as same as the passenger-side.

3. Remove the lift dial plug by prying it.

Note

• Be careful not to damage the lift dial plug.

4. Remove the lift dial.

(1) Release the tab.

(2) Pull the lift dial and remove it.

5. Remove the outer side cover.

(1) Remove the recliner lever.

(2) Remove the screw.

(3) Pull the clip to release it and remove the seat cushion trim.

• Disconnect the power seat switch connector (if equipped).

6. Remove the inner-side side cover.

(1) Pull the clip up and release it.

7. Release the pin and separate the side air bag module connector and wiring harness from the seat.

Note

• Note the wiring harness routing for installation.

8. Remove the seat back frame nut.

9. Remove the seat back frame.

Caution

• When positioning the seat or separating the seat cushion from the seat back, be careful not to damage the seat back pivot or recliner mechanism. It could damage the seat structural component.

(1) Remove the seat back frame bolt.

(2) Remove the seat back frame stud from the seat cushion frame, and remove the seat back frame.

10. Turn the lumbar dial to the right until it stops, while loosening the tension of the lumbar support cable.

11. Pull the lumbar support lever and remove.

12. Disconnect the seat back trim retainer.

13. Remove the seat back trim.

Warning

• The seat back trim on seats with a side air bag cannot be repaired. Replace with a new component. (Cleaning is acceptable).

Caution

• Be careful when separating the seat cushion trim from the hooks and roop strip. The hooks and loop strip could tear from the seat back pad.

(1) Insert your hand into the space between the seat back trim and pad, then carefully separate the hook and loop strip.

(2) Roll up the seat back trim inside out, and remove it.

14. Remove the seat back pad from the seat back frame.

15. Separate the side air bag wiring harness (pin type retainer) from the seat back frame.

16. Remove the side air bag module.

Note

• When installing the new side air bag module, use new nuts. When reusing the side air bag module, reuse the side air bag module nuts.

(1) Remove the nuts.

(2) Remove the side air bag module.

Installation

Warning

• Always wear safety glasses when repairing a vehicle with an air bag equipped, or servicing the air bag module. This will reduce the risk of injury if the air bag accidentally operates (deploys).

• When carrying the live side air bag module, position yourself facing the tear seam of the air bag. This will reduce the risk of injury if the air bag accidentally operates (deploys).

• Do not position the tear seam side of the live side air bag module to the ground. This will reduce the risk of injury if the air bag accidentally operates (deploys).

• Never probe the connectors with a tester on the air bag module. If it is probed directly, the operation (deployment) of the air bag could result in personal injury.

• The air bag sensor is important for proper air bag system operation. If a vehicle equipped with an air bag system is involved in a collision, inspect the sensor mounting bracket and wiring harness connector for deformation. Replace damaged sensors or structural components whether or not the air bag has operated (deployed), and install new parts properly.

• Before servicing, refer to this workshop manual to determine the location of the crash zone sensor.

• The side air bag sensors are located at the base of the B pillar.

• The SST (diagnostic simulator) is for air bag system servicing only. Before using the vehicle, you must always remove it. Failure to remove it could result in personal injury and loss of the vehicle safety standards.

Note

• Do not operate the air bag system when servicing the seat of vehicles with side air bags or pre-tensioner seat belts.

• The SST (diagnostic simulator) can be connected to the floor connectors under the seat that are only connected to the side air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped).

• Do not perform the on-board diagnostics or repairing of the side air bag system or pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped) with the seats installed to the vehicle. Before performing on-board diagnostics or repairing of the side air bag system or pre-tensioner front buckle (if equipped), always remove the seats from the vehicle, and connect the SST (diagnostic simulator) to the floor connector of the side air bag or pre-tensioner front buckle (if equipped). Remove the SST (diagnostic simulator) before operating the vehicle on the road.

• Perform the seat system diagnostics other than the side air bag or pre-tensioner seat belt (if equipped) (lumbar, climate control, heat, power seat track) with the seats installed in the vehicle as long as the SST (diagnostic simulator) are installed under the seats in the side air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt to the floor connector.

• After diagnosing/repairing the seat system, always remove the SST (diagnostic simulator) before operating the vehicle on the road.

• When replacing with a new side air bag after the operation (deployment) of the side air bag, refer to "side air bag removal/installation."

• Replace only with new parts. If the new part does not correct the malfunction, install the original part and perform the diagnostic procedure again.

• The passenger-side side air bag module installation is shown in the figure. The driver-side side air bag module installation is as same as the passenger-side.

1. Install the side air bag module to the seat back frame.

Warning

• Before installing the side air bag module, inspect the mounting surfaces of the side air bag module and seat back frame for damage or foreign material adhesion. If any foreign material is found, remove it. Failure to do so may result in personal injury if the air bag operates (deploys).

• Inspect the side air bag cavity in the seat back pad for the foreign material adhesion. If any foreign material is found, remove it. Failure to do so may result in personal injury when the air bag operates (deploys).

• Before installing the side air bag module, inspect it for the foreign material adhesion or damage. If the air bag module is damaged, replace it. If any foreign material is found, remove it. Failure to do so may result in personal injury if the air bag operates (deploys).

• If the air bag cover has separated or the air bag material has been exposed, install a new side air bag module. Do not repair the air bag module. Failure to do so may result in personal injury if the air bag operates (deploys).

Caution

• Make sure the side air bag wiring harness is not pinched between the side air bag module and the installation bracket.

(1) Position the side air bag module to the seat back frame.

(2) Install the nut.

2. Route the side air bag wiring harness and install the pin type retainer to the seat back frame.

3. Position the seat back pad to the seat back frame.

4. Install the seat back trim.

(1) Position and roll the seat back trim to cover down over the seat back frame and pad.

(2) Install the hooks and loop strip.

5. Install the seat back trim retainer.

6. Install the lumbar support lever.

7. Install the seat back frame bolt.

Caution

• When positioning the seat or installing the seat cushion to the seat back, be careful not to damage the seat back pivot or recliner mechanism. It could damage the seat structural component.