Side Curtain Airbag Replacement: Installation

NOTE:

Installation of the side curtain airbag must be done according to Precautions and Procedures (see 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 deploy improperly and cause damage or injuries.
Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.

Place the new side curtain airbag assembly on the side of the roof. Tighten the side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A).

Fig 1: Side Curtain Airbag Mounting Bolts w/Torque Specs.
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Left side shown; right side is similar.
Connect the side curtain airbag harness 2P connector (A) to the side curtain airbag.

Fig 2: Identifying Side Curtain Airbag Harness 2P Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Left side shown; right side is similar.
Reconnect the negative cable to the battery.
Connect the HDS to the DLC, and clear the DTCs (see CLEAR THE DTC MEMORY WITH THE HDS ).
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.
Install all removed parts.
Confirm proper headliner/pillar trim overlap (see CHECKING AND ADJUSTING THE HEADLINER/PILLAR TRIM OVERLAP ).