Removal

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS: CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL; 2013 MY FR-S [03/2012 -]

HINT
* Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
* The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

1. PRECAUTION

CAUTION:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing. Service Precautions

NOTICE:
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work Service Precautions.

2. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY

Removal

3. REMOVE CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY

CAUTION:
When storing the curtain shield airbag assembly, keep the airbag deployment side facing upward.

(a) Check that the ignition switch is off.

(b) Check that the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal.

CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to disable the SRS system.

(c) Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped with protective tape, release the airbag connector lock and disconnect the curtain shield airbag connector.









NOTICE:
When disconnecting any airbag connector, take care not to damage the airbag wire harness.

(d) Remove the 9 bolts and disengage the 9 guides to remove the curtain shield airbag assembly.





NOTICE:
When removing the curtain shield airbag assembly, have assistants hold it to prevent it from bending.

HINT
Remove the bolts and guides in order, from the front.