Torsion Bar, Removing And Installing: Installing

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WARNING:

The torsion bar exhibits considerable spring force. Always follow the points below to avoid accidents:

Always remove and install the torsion bar in the sequence described and only using the tools specified.
Never use pliers and other levers.
Do not stand directly in front of the torsion bar when removing and installing it. Stand off to the side.

-- Slide the torsion bar -1- into the mount until the end -arrow- comes into contact with the seat pan -2-.

Fig 1: Slide Torsion Bar Into Mount Until End Comes Into Contact With Seat Pan

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-- Make sure the torsion bar -2- is seated in the mounting bracket -arrow- on the seat pan -1- correctly.

Fig 2: Ensuring Torsion Bar Is Seated In Mounting Bracket Correctly

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-- Position the : 3145 on the torsion bar -1- with the : 2024 A /1 and threaded connection -3- but not the shackle.

Fig 3: Mount 3145 With Bracket 2024 A /1 And Threaded Connection Without Shackle To Torsion Bar

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2 - Seat pan

-- Carefully rotate the torsion bar -1- until it engages in the oblong hole -arrow- on the seat pan -2-.

Fig 4: Carefully Rotate Torsion Bar Until It Disengages From Oblong Hole -Arrow- On The Seat Pan

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Installation is performed in reverse order of removal, while noting the following:

WARNING:

Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to AIRBAG, BELT TENSIONER AND BATTERY CUT-OUT UNITS, GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
Before handling pyrotechnic components (for example, connecting the connector), the person handling it must "discharge static electricity". This can be done by touching the door striker, for example.

NOTE:

Make sure the connectors are installed correctly and are secure.

WARNING:

Ignition must be on when connecting battery. If pyrotechnic components (for example, airbag, belt tensioner) are not repaired correctly, they may deploy unintentionally after connecting battery. There must not be anyone inside the vehicle when connecting the battery.

-- Connect the battery ground cable with the ignition on. Refer to BATTERY .

NOTE:

If the Airbag Indicator Lamp -K75- indicates a fault, check the DTC memory, erase it and check it again. Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.