Side Airbag Replacement

Side Airbag Replacement

NOTE: If replacing the side airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/ Inspection After Deployment Service and Repair for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.

Removal

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures, then wait for 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Disconnect the side airbag inflator 2P connector (A).





3. Remove the front seat Front Seat Removal/Installation and seat-back cover Front Seat-Back Cover/Pad Replacement.

4. Remove the mounting nut (A), then remove the side airbag (B).






Installation

NOTE:

- If the side airbag lid is secured with tape, remove the tape.
- Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.
- Use new mounting nut tightened to the specified torque.
- 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 it is not pinched or interfering with other parts.

1. Place the side airbag (A) on the seat-back frame (B). Tighten the side airbag mounting nut (C).





2. Install the seat-back cover in the reverse order of removal Front Seat-Back Cover/Pad Replacement.

3. Install the front seat Front Seat Removal/Installation, then connect the SRS wire harness 2P connector.

4. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.

5. Clear any DTCs with the HDS.

6. 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.

7. After installing the side airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then go off.