Driver or Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Driver or Passenger Seat Side Inflatable Restraint Module Replacement

Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning (SIR Inflator Module Handling and Storage Warning).


Warning

Following the deployment of a side impact air bag, inspect the following parts for damage. Replace these parts if necessary:

* The seat cushion frame
* The seat recliner, if equipped
* The seat adjuster
* The seat back frame

Failure to do so may cause future personal injury.

1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).





Note: Removal of the right or the left inflatable restraint side impact module uses the same procedure.

2. Remove the seat back panel. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement).




3. Remove the nuts from the inflatable restraint side impact module.
4. Remove the module from the seat.
5. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) from the module electrical connector.




6. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the module.

Installation Procedure




1. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the inflatable restraint side impact module.
2. Install the CPA to the module electrical connector.




3. Install the inflatable restraint side impact module to the seat.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the nuts to the inflatable restraint side impact module and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




5. Install the seat back panel. Refer to Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement (Driver or Passenger Seat Back Cushion Finish Panel Replacement).
6. Enable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling (Service and Repair).
7. Fully deploy the module before disposal. If the module was replaced under warranty, fully deploy and dispose of the module after the required retention period. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Module Handling and Scrapping (Service and Repair).