Side Curtain Airbag Replacement
Side Curtain Airbag ReplacementRemoval
NOTE:
- Review the interior trim replacement procedure before doing repair or service.
- Removal of the side curtain airbag must be done according to the Precautions and Procedures.
- The side curtain airbag system consists of the side curtain airbag module, including the roof trim, front grab handle, all grab handle brackets and shielding protector. After the side curtain airbag has been deployed, replace these parts.
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 floor wire harness.
4. Remove the mounting bolts (A) from the bracket.
5. Remove the side curtain airbag assembly.
Installation
NOTE:
- Installation of the side curtain airbag must be doing according to the Precautions and Procedures.
- If the airbag is frayed, or has only 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 accidentally deploy and cause damage or injuries.
1. Place the 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 floor wire harness.
3. Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
4. Connect the HDS, and clear 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.