Safety Recall: TAKATA Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator (Phase 5) (19-079)

SAFETY RECALL: TAKATA FRONT PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INFLATOR (PHASE 5)

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

AFFECTED VEHICLES

Year	Model	Trim	VIN Range
2008-12	Accord	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2010-11	Accord Crosstour	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2006-11	Civic	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2008-10	Civic NGV	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2006-11	Civic Hybrid	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2012-15	Crosstour	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2007-11	CR-V	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2009-13	Fit	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2014	Fit EV	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2010-14	Insight	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.
2009-15	Pilot	ALL	Check the iN VIN status for eligibility.

BACKGROUND

NHTSA and its independent expert reviewed the findings of three independent investigations into the Takata airbag inflator ruptures. According to NHTSA, the combination of time, high temperature fluctuations, and humidity contribute to the degradation of the propellant in the inflators. NHTSA has concluded that this degradation can cause the propellant to burn too quickly, creating more pressure than the inflator can withstand, and, in extreme cases, causing the inflator to rupture and send shrapnel through the air bag toward vehicle occupants. NHTSA is prioritizing the recall of air bag inflators based on the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.

This is the final phase to this campaign and involves vehicles that previously had the passenger's airbag non-desiccated inflator replaced with a similar non-desiccated inflator (like for like), or airbag module replaced with one that contained a non-desiccated inflator. This replacement may have been done as part of a recall or other repair. Always do an iN VIN status inquiry to see if a vehicle is affected.

In early September 2019, the V-SMART tool was shipped to your dealership. This tool is used to help validate the installation of the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator. Beginning September 30, 2019  , V-SMART will be a required tool for the installation of the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator. V-SMART validation for each of these repairs will be required for any and all warranty claims to be paid for such repairs. Refer to the job aid Using V-SMART  and the Tech2Tech®  video "Using V-SMART" for more information.

For more information about these inflator recalls, go to www.safercar.gov  and use keyword TAKATA  .

There are several bulletins with similar years and models. Make sure to do an iN VIN status inquiry and follow the indicated service bulletin.

Do an iN VIN status inquiry and, if indicated, repair the vehicle even though the vehicle may have been repaired under a previous campaign.

You may receive a different part number than ordered, and the inflator may appear different. As a result, there may be different installation instructions. Make sure you review this service bulletin for installation instructions and details about model applicability.

REVISION SUMMARY

Under BACKGROUND and REPAIR PROCEDURE, the V-SMART tool was added.

REPAIR PROCEDURE TABLE OF CONTENTS

Vehicle	Page
Accord, Accord Crosstour, Crosstour	7
Civic, Civic Hybrid, Civic NGV	18
CR-V	29
Fit, Fit EV	40
Insight	51
Pilot	62

CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION

Owners of affected vehicles will be sent a notification of this campaign.

Do an iN VIN status inquiry to make sure the vehicle is shown as eligible.

Some vehicles affected by this campaign may be in your used vehicle inventory.

Failure to repair a vehicle subject to a recall or campaign may subject your dealership to claims or lawsuits from the customer or anyone else harmed as a result of such failure. To see if a vehicle in inventory is affected by this safety recall, do a VIN status inquiry before selling it.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the passenger's airbag inflator, then return the original, undeployed inflator as directed.

PARTS INFORMATION

Part Name	Order Part Number	You may receive any of the following	Quantity
2008-12 Accord Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-TA0-407	04790-TA0-407 04790-TA0-A00	1
2010-11 Accord Crosstour Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-TA0-407	04790-TA0-407 04790-TA0-A00	1
2006-11 Civic (includes GX and Hybrid) Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-SNA-407	04790-SNA-407 04790-SNA-A00	1
2012-15 Crosstour Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-TA0-407	04790-TA0-407 04790-TA0-A00	1
2007-11 CR-V Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-SWA-407	04790-SWA-407 04790-SWA-A00	1
2009-13 Fit Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-TK6-407	04790-TK6-407 04790-TK6-A00	1
2014 Fit EV Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-TK6-407	04790-TK6-407 04790-TK6-A00	1
2010-14 Insight Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-TM8-407	04790-TM8-407 04790-TM8-A00	1
2009-15 Pilot Front Passenger's Airbag Inflator Kit	04790-SZA-407	04790-SZA-407 04790-SZA-A00	1

REQUIRED TOOLS

Tool Name	Part Number	Quantity
PSPI6 Gauge Tool	070AJ-TA00A00 or 07AAJ-TA0AA00	1

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

Year/Model	Operation Number	Replacement Part Number	Flat Rate Time	Defect Code	Symptom Code	Template ID	Failed Part Number
2008-12 Accord	7541G3	04790-TA0-407	0.7 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079A	77820-TA0-A80ZC
	7541G3	04790-TA0-A00	0.7 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079B	77820-TA0-A80ZC
2010-11 Accord Crosstour 2012-15 Crosstour	7541G3	04790-TA0-407	0.7 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079C	77820-TA0-A80ZC
	7541G3	04790-TA0-A00	0.7 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079D	77820-TA0-A80ZC
2006-11 Civic (Includes CNG & Hybrid)	7541G3	04790-SNA-407	0.8 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079E	77820-SNA-A82ZA
	7541G3	04790-SNA-A00	0.8 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079F	77820-SNA-A82ZA
2007-11 CR-V	7541G3	04790-SWA-407	0.7 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079G	77820-SWA-A80ZA
	7541G3	04790-SWA-A00	0.7 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079H	77820-SWA-A80ZA
2009-13 Fit 2014 FIT EV	7541G3	04790-TK6-407	0.9 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079I	77820-TK6-A80ZA
	7541G3	04790-TK6-A00	0.9 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079J	77820-TK6-A80ZA
2010-14 Insight	7541G3	04790-TM8-407	0.6 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079K	77820-TM8-A80ZB
	7541G3	04790-TM8-A00	0.6 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079L	77820-TM8-A80ZB
2009-15 Pilot	7541G3	04790-SZA-407	0.6 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079M	77851-SZA-A12
	7541G3	04790-SZA-A00	0.6 hr	6EE00	Q5E00	A19079N	77851-SZA-A12

Skill Level: Repair Technician

IDENTIFYING COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS

This section goes over the steps to identify counterfeit airbags and applies to all vehicles in this service bulletin. It is referred to in each vehicle's repair procedure. Click BELOW  to watch a video to help identify counterfeit airbags.

• If there is nothing unusual about the airbag or the inflator, continue with the inflator replacement procedure.
• If there are any unusual markings, like an incorrect label or a model year written in marker, the airbag and inflator may not be the correct airbag and/or inflator for the vehicle or it may be a counterfeit part. For more information about counterfeit airbags, you can refer to safercar.gov, enter keywords MANAGING COUNTERFEIT  , and select Recommended Dealer Guidance for Managing Counterfeit Air Bags  from the list. If you suspect that the airbag or inflator is counterfeit, do not continue this procedure  . Contact your DPSM for assistance.

REPAIR PROCEDURE ACCORD, ACCORD CROSSTOUR, AND CROSSTOUR

1. Turn the ignition to ON, and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns off.
   • If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, turn the ignition OFF, then go to step 2.
   • If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing.
3. Remove the front passenger's airbag. Refer to the applicable vehicle's service information.
4. Place the airbag, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
   NOTE:

   • The orientation of the airbag is critical because if the inflator is installed incorrectly, the harness will be too short when you reinstall the airbag.
   • The brackets between the various models are similar but may differ from the example shown.
5. Visually inspect the airbag and the inflator for any unusual writing or markings. Refer to IDENTIFYING COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS .
6. Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing, and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received  must be included in the warranty claim.
   NOTE:

   • The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label, and the serial number is printed on the bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk  .
   • There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit; ignore it because it is not used.
   • Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 047.
7. Remove the harness from both ends of the inflator bracket.
8. Short the yellow wires.
   NOTE:

   • You must cut the yellow wires  for inflator removal and short the yellow wires on the inflator side as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
   • Do not cut the red wires  because the airbag connector shorts these inflator wires.
   1. Cut 1-2 inches of the protective tube to access the yellow wires.
   2. Cut the yellow wires as shown.
   3. Strip away about 1 inch of the yellow wire insulation, then twist the wires together.
   4. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
9. Remove the four inflator nuts.
10. Remove the inflator bracket.
    NOTE:

    • You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.
    • Do not reuse the bracket; use the new one that came in the inflator kit.
11. Remove the inflator by pushing it out.
12. Install the new inflator.
    NOTE: There may be some minor surface rust or corrosion on the new inflator; this is OK.

    Click BELOW  for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to inflators. While both the driver's and front passenger's inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status inquiry.

    multimedia:A supplement to the article is available.

    Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. 

    NOTE: These inflators have blue collars.

    04790-TA0-407

    04790-TA0-A00

    1. One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a single tab, and a small flat spot on the connector. The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, two tabs, and a notch with a red dot. Make sure you insert the end with the shorter collar into the airbag first.
       NOTE:

       • The V-SMART tool can only validate inflators with slotted end caps. You may receive an inflator with solid end caps. This is the correct part to repair the vehicle, but the V-SMART will fail the validation. The V-SMART validation must fail a total of three times  before you can have your supervisor override the validation using the Supervisor Inspection Override  .
       • Your supervisor can be a service manager, shop foreman, team leader, etc. The supervisor must inspect your work  to make sure the replacement inflator was installed correctly. When a supervisor enters his or her information, the supervisor is signing off that the technician's work was inspected and approved  .
    2. Slide the inflator in until the plastic collar contacts the bracket. The two tabs should align with the metal tab as shown. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
    3. Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. Check there is no space or gap between the inflator and bracket by pushing the bracket against the inflator.
       NOTE: The bracket may have a little bit of play before you install the new nuts.
13. Hold the bracket against the inflator, then install the new 5 mm locknuts, and torque them in sequence to 4.0 N.m (34 lb-in)  .
14. Remove the stickers covering the terminals on both sides of the new inflator.
15. Using the V-SMART tool, validate that the airbag replacement inflator is installed correctly.
    NOTE:

    • You must validate the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator installation using the V-SMART tool before connecting the inflator harness.
    • Your warranty claim will not be paid if the V-SMART validation is not completed or the photo is not sent. Make sure you see the Uploaded Completed  message to confirm the photo was sent to the warranty department.
16. Install the new inflator harness.
    1. Make sure the airbag and harness are aligned as shown.
       NOTE:

       • The replacement inflator harnesses may have the wire colors in the opposite positions of the original harness.  If you connect the harness incorrectly, the harness cannot be removed and you will not be able to reinstall the airbag because the harness will be too short.
       • Connect the red wire connector to the side of the inflator with the red dot.
       • On vehicles with the blue inflator, the red dot is not visible because it is covered by the bracket.
    2. Connect the red wire connector to the connector on the side with the short plastic collar. Align the "T" shape in the inflator harness connector with the T-shaped inflator connector, then press the connector into place.
    3. Connect the yellow wire connector to the connector on the side with the long plastic collar.
    4. After you hear each connector click, wiggle it to make sure it is secure.
       NOTE: If the connector is not properly aligned, it will come out.
    5. Make sure the connector is secure and in place by using the gauge tool. (PSPI6 Gauge Tool P/N: 070AJ-TA00A00 or 07AAJ-TA0AA00).
17. Connect the harness to the inflator brackets.
18. Install the passenger's airbag into the vehicle and torque the new locknuts to 9.8 N.m (7.2 lb-ft)  .
19. Connect the battery negative cable, and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then enter the audio unit presets.
20. Set the clock (for vehicles without navigation).
21. Turn the ignition to ON, and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes off.
22. Put the original inflator into the box the new one came in. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box because if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
23. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB A15-0002 to return the undeployed inflator.
24. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number  must be included in the warranty claim.

REPAIR PROCEDURE CIVIC, CIVIC CNG, AND CIVIC HYBRID

1. Turn the ignition to ON, and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns off.
   • If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, turn the ignition OFF, then go to step 2.
   • If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing.
3. Remove the front passenger's airbag. Refer to the applicable vehicle's service information.
4. Place the airbag, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
   NOTE:

   • The orientation of the airbag is critical because if the inflator is installed incorrectly, the harness will be too short when you reinstall the airbag.
   • The brackets between the various models are similar but may differ from the example shown.
5. Visually inspect the airbag and the inflator for any unusual writing or markings. Refer to IDENTIFYING COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS .
6. Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing, and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received  must be included in the warranty claim.
   NOTE:

   • The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label, and the serial number is printed on the bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk  .
   • There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit, ignore it because it is not used.
   • Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 047.
7. Remove the harness from both ends of the inflator bracket.
8. Short the yellow wires.
   NOTE:

   • You must cut the yellow wires  for inflator removal and short the yellow wires on the inflator side as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
   • Do not cut the red wires  because the airbag connector shorts these inflator wires.
   1. Cut 1-2 inches of the corrugated tube to access the yellow wires.
   2. Cut the yellow wires as shown.
   3. Strip away about 1 inch of the yellow wire insulation, then twist the wires together.
   4. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
9. Remove the four inflator nuts.
10. Remove the inflator bracket.
    NOTE:

    • You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.
    • Do not reuse the bracket; use the new one that came in the inflator kit.
11. Remove the inflator by pulling it out.
12. Install the new inflator.
    NOTE: There may be some minor surface rust or corrosion on the new inflator; this is OK.

    Click BELOW  for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to inflators. While both the driver's and front passenger's inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status inquiry.

    multimedia:A supplement to the article is available.

    Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. 

    NOTE: These inflators have green collars.

    04790-SNA-407

    04790-SNA-A00

    1. One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a single tab, and a small flat spot on the connector. The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, two tabs, and a red dot. Make sure you insert the end with the shorter collar into the airbag first.
       NOTE:

       • The V-SMART tool can only validate inflators with slotted end caps. You may receive an inflator with solid end caps. This is the correct part to repair the vehicle, but the V-SMART will fail the validation. The V-SMART validation must fail a total of three times  before you can have your supervisor override the validation using the Supervisor Inspection Override. 
       • Your supervisor can be a service manager, shop foreman, team leader, etc. The supervisor must inspect your work  to make sure the replacement inflator was installed correctly. When a supervisor enters his or her information, the supervisor is signing off that the technician's work was inspected and approved. 
    2. Slide the inflator in until the plastic collar contacts the bracket. The two tabs should align with the side of the airbag module and the metal tab as shown. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
    3. Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. Check there is no space or gap between the inflator and bracket by pushing the bracket against the inflator.
    NOTE: The bracket may have a little bit of play before you install the new nuts.
13. Hold the bracket against the inflator, then install the new 5 mm locknuts, and torque them in sequence to 4.0 N.m (34 lb-in) 
    NOTE: Make sure you push the bracket against the inflator to ensure there are no gaps between the brackets and inflator when torqueing the nuts.
14. Remove the stickers covering the terminals on both sides of the new inflator.
15. Using the V-SMART tool, validate that the airbag replacement inflator is installed correctly.
    NOTE:

    • You must validate the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator installation using the V-SMART tool before  connecting the inflator harness.
    • Your warranty claim will not be paid if the V-SMART validation is not completed or the photo is not sent. Make sure you see the Uploaded Completed  message to confirm the photo was sent to the warranty department.
16. Install the new inflator harness.
    1. Make sure the airbag and harness are aligned as shown.
       NOTE:

       • The replacement inflator harnesses may have the wire colors in the opposite positions of the original harness.  If you connect the harness incorrectly, the harness cannot be removed and you will not be able to reinstall the airbag because the harness will be too short.
       • Connect the red wire connector to the side of the inflator with the red dot.
    2. Connect the red wire connector to the connector on the side with the short plastic collar. Align the "T" shape in the inflator harness connector with the T-shaped inflator connector, then press the connector into place.
    3. Connect the yellow wire connector to the connector on the side with the long plastic collar.
    4. After you hear each connector click, wiggle it to make sure it is secure.
    NOTE: If the connector is not properly aligned, it will come out.
17. Connect the harness to the inflator brackets.
18. Install the passenger's airbag into the vehicle and torque the new locknuts to 9.8 N.m (7.2 lb-ft)  .
19. Connect the battery negative cable and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then enter the audio unit presets.
20. Set the clock (for vehicles without navigation).
21. Turn the ignition to ON and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes off.
22. Put the original inflator into the box the new one came in. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box because if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
23. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB A15-0002 to return the undeployed inflator.
24. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number  must be included in the warranty claim.

REPAIR PROCEDURE CR-V

1. Turn the ignition to ON, and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns off.
   • If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, turn the ignition OFF, then go to step 2.
   • If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing.
3. Remove the front passenger's airbag. Refer to the applicable vehicle's service information.
4. Place the airbag, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
   NOTE:

   • The orientation of the airbag is critical because if the inflator is installed incorrectly, the harness will be too short when you reinstall the airbag.
   • The brackets between the various models are similar but may differ from the example shown.
5. Visually inspect the airbag and the inflator for any unusual writing or markings. Refer to IDENTIFYING COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS .
6. Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing, and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received  must be included in the warranty claim.
   NOTE:

   • The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label, and the serial number is printed on the bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk  .
   • There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit; ignore it because it is not used.
   • Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 047.
7. Remove the harness from both ends of the inflator bracket.
8. Short the yellow wires.
   NOTE:

   • You must cut the yellow wires  for inflator removal and short the yellow wires on the inflator side as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
   • Do not cut the red wires  because the airbag connector shorts these inflator wires.
   1. Cut the yellow wires as shown.
   2. Strip away about 1 inch of the yellow wire insulation, then twist the wires together.
   3. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
9. Remove the four inflator nuts.
10. Remove the inflator bracket.
    NOTE:

    • You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.
    • Do not reuse the bracket; use the new one that came in the inflator kit.
11. Remove the inflator by pushing it out.
12. Install the new inflator.
    NOTE: There may be some minor surface rust or corrosion on the new inflator; this is OK.

    Click BELOW  for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to inflators. While both the driver's and front passenger's inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status inquiry.

    multimedia:A supplement to the article is available.

    Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. 

    NOTE: These inflators have blue collars.

    P/N 04790-SWA-407

    04790-SWA-A00

    1. One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a single tab, and a small flat spot on the connector. The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, two tabs, and a notch with a red dot. Make sure you insert the end with the shorter collar into the airbag first.
       NOTE:

       • The V-SMART tool can only validate inflators with slotted end caps. You may receive an inflator with solid end caps. This is the correct part to repair the vehicle, but the V-SMART will fail the validation. The V-SMART validation must fail a total of three times  before you can have your supervisor override the validation using the Supervisor Inspection Override. 
       • Your supervisor can be a service manager, shop foreman, team leader, etc. The supervisor must inspect your work  to make sure the replacement inflator was installed correctly. When a supervisor enters his or her information, the supervisor is signing off that the technician's work was inspected and approved. 
    2. Slide the inflator in until the plastic collar contacts the bracket. The two tabs should align with the side of the airbag module and the metal tab as shown. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
    3. Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. Check there is no space or gap between the inflator and bracket by pushing the bracket against the inflator.
    NOTE: The bracket may have a little bit of play before you install the new nuts.
13. Hold the bracket against the inflator, then install the new 5 mm locknuts, and torque them in sequence to 4.0 N.m (34 lb-in)  .
    NOTE: Make sure you push the bracket against the inflator to ensure there are no gaps between the brackets and inflator when torqueing the nuts.
14. Remove the stickers covering the terminals on both sides of the new inflator.
15. Using the V-SMART tool, validate that the airbag replacement inflator is installed correctly.
    NOTE:

    • You must validate the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator installation using the V-SMART tool before  connecting the inflator harness.
    • Your warranty claim will not be paid if the V-SMART validation is not completed or the photo is not sent. Make sure you see the Uploaded Completed  message to confirm the photo was sent to the warranty department.
16. Install the new inflator harness.
    1. Make sure the airbag and harness are aligned as shown.
       NOTE:

       • The replacement inflator harnesses may have the wire colors in the opposite positions of the original harness.  If you connect the harness incorrectly, the harness cannot be removed and you will not be able to reinstall the airbag because the harness will be too short.
       • Connect the red wire connector to the side of the inflator with the red dot.
       • On vehicles with the blue inflator, the red dot is not visible because it is covered by the bracket.
    2. Connect the red wire connector to the connector on the side with the short plastic collar. Align the "T" shape in the inflator harness connector with the T-shaped inflator connector, then press the connector into place.
    3. Connect the yellow wire connector to the connector on the side with the long plastic collar.
    4. After you hear each connector click, wiggle it to make sure it is secure.
       NOTE: If the connector is not properly aligned, it will come out.
    5. Make sure the connector is secure and in place by using the gauge tool. (PSPI6 Gauge Tool P/N: 070AJ-TA00A00 or 07AAJ-TA0AA00).
17. Connect the harness to the inflator brackets.
18. Install the passenger's airbag into the vehicle and torque the new locknuts to 9.8 N.m (7.2 lb-ft)  .
19. Connect the battery negative cable and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then enter the audio unit presets.
20. Set the clock (for vehicles without navigation).
21. Turn the ignition ON and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes off.
22. Put the original inflator into the box the new one came in. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box because if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
23. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB A15-0002 to return the undeployed inflator.
24. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number  must be included in the warranty claim.

REPAIR PROCEDURE FIT AND FIT EV

1. Turn the ignition to ON position and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns off.
   • If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, turn the ignition to OFF, then go to step 2.
   • If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing.
3. Remove the front passenger's airbag. Refer to the applicable vehicle's service information.
4. Place the airbag, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
   NOTE:

   • The orientation of the airbag is critical because if the inflator is installed incorrectly, the harness will be too short when you reinstall the airbag.
   • The brackets between the various models are similar but may differ from the example shown.
5. Visually inspect the airbag and the inflator for any unusual writing or markings. Refer to IDENTIFYING COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS .
6. Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing, and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received  must be included in the warranty claim.
   NOTE:

   • The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label, and the serial number is printed on the bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk. 
   • There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit; ignore it because it is not used.
   • Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 047.
7. Remove the harness from both ends of the inflator bracket.
8. Short the yellow wires.
   NOTE:

   • You must cut the yellow wires  for inflator removal and short the yellow wires on the inflator side as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
   • Do not cut the red wires  because the airbag connector shorts these inflator wires.
   1. Cut 1-2 inches of the protective tube to access the yellow wires.
   2. Cut the yellow wires as shown.
   3. Strip away about 1 inch of the yellow wire insulation, then twist the wires together.
   4. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
9. Remove the four inflator nuts.
10. Remove the inflator bracket.
    NOTE:

    • You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.
    • Do not reuse the bracket; use the new one that came in the inflator kit.
11. Remove the inflator by pushing it out.
12. Install the new inflator.
    NOTE: There may be some minor surface rust or corrosion on the new inflator; this is OK.

    Click BELOW  for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to inflators. While both the driver's and front passenger's inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status inquiry.

    multimedia:A supplement to the article is available.

    Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. 

    NOTE: These inflators have blue collars.

    04790-TK6-407

    04790-TK6-A00

    1. One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a single tab, and a small flat spot on the connector. The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, two tabs, and a notch with a red dot. Make sure you insert the end with the shorter collar into the airbag first.
       NOTE:

       • The V-SMART tool can only validate inflators with slotted end caps. You may receive an inflator with solid end caps. This is the correct part to repair the vehicle, but the V-SMART will fail the validation. The V-SMART validation must fail a total of three times  before you can have your supervisor override the validation using the Supervisor Inspection Override. 
       • Your supervisor can be a service manager, shop foreman, team leader, etc. The supervisor must inspect your work  to make sure the replacement inflator was installed correctly. When a supervisor enters his or her information, the supervisor is signing off that the technician's work was inspected and approved. 
    2. Slide the inflator in until the plastic collar contacts the bracket. The two tabs should align with the side of the airbag module and the metal tab as shown. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
    3. Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. Check there is no space or gap between the inflator and bracket by pushing the bracket against the inflator.
    NOTE: The bracket may have a little bit of play before you install the new nuts.
13. Hold the bracket against the inflator, then install the new 5 mm locknuts, and torque them in sequence to 4.0 N.m (34 lb-in)  .
14. Remove the stickers covering the terminals on both sides of the new inflator.
15. Using the V-SMART tool, validate that the airbag replacement inflator is installed correctly.
    NOTE:

    • You must validate the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator installation using the V-SMART tool before  connecting the inflator harness.
    • Your warranty claim will not be paid if the V-SMART validation is not completed or the photo is not sent. Make sure you see the Uploaded Completed  message to confirm the photo was sent to the warranty department.
16. Install the new inflator harness.
    1. Make sure the airbag and harness are aligned as shown.
       NOTE:

       • The replacement inflator harnesses may have the wire colors in the opposite positions of the original harness.  If you connect the harness incorrectly, the harness cannot be removed and you will not be able to reinstall the airbag because the harness will be too short.
       • Connect the red wire connector to the side of the inflator with the red dot.
       • On vehicles with the blue inflator, the red dot is not visible because it is covered by the bracket.
    2. Connect the red wire connector to the connector on the side with the short plastic collar. Align the "T" shape in the inflator harness connector with the T-shaped inflator connector, then press the connector into place.
    3. Connect the yellow wire connector to the connector on the side with the long plastic collar.
    4. After you hear each connector click, wiggle it to make sure it is secure.
       NOTE: If the connector is not properly aligned, it will come out.
    5. Make sure the connector is secure and in place by using the gauge tool. (PSPI6 Gauge Tool P/N: 070AJ-TA00A00 or 07AAJ-TA0AA00).
17. Connect the harness to the inflator brackets.
18. Install the passenger's airbag into the vehicle and torque the new locknuts to 9.8 N.m (7.2 lb-ft). 
19. Connect the battery negative cable and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then enter the audio unit presets.
20. Set the clock (for vehicles without navigation).
21. Turn the ignition to ON, and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes off.
22. Put the original inflator into the box the new one came in. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box because if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
23. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB A15-0002 to return the undeployed inflator.
24. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number  must be included in the warranty claim.

REPAIR PROCEDURE INSIGHT

1. Turn the ignition to ON, and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns off.
   • If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, turn the ignition OFF, then go to step 2.
   • If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing.
3. Remove the front passenger's airbag.
   1. While holding the glove box, release the glove box stops on each side from the dashboard by pushing them in, then lower the glove box.
   2. Disconnect the dashboard wire harness 4P connector from the front passenger's airbag.
   3. Remove the two mounting nuts from the bracket.
   4. Remove the front passenger's airbag assembly from the dashboard.
   NOTE:

   • The front passenger's lid has pawls on each side that attach it to the dashboard.
   • Take care not to scratch the dashboard or the front passenger's lid.
4. Place the airbag, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
   NOTE: The orientation of the airbag is critical because if the inflator is installed incorrectly, the harness will be too short when you reinstall the airbag.
5. Visually inspect the airbag and the inflator for any unusual writing or markings. Refer to IDENTIFYING COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS .
6. Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing, and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received  must be included in the warranty claim.
   NOTE:

   • The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label and the serial number is printed on the bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk. 
   • There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit; ignore it because it is not used.
   • Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 047.
7. Remove the harness from the inflator bracket.
8. Short the yellow wires.
   NOTE:

   • You must cut the yellow wires  for inflator removal and short the yellow wires on the inflator side as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
   • Do not cut the red wires  because the airbag connector shorts these inflator wires.
   1. Cut the yellow wires next to the white harness clip as shown.
   2. Strip away about 1 inch of the yellow wire insulation, then twist the wires together.
   3. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
9. Remove the four inflator nuts.
10. Remove the inflator bracket.
    NOTE:

    • You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.
    • Do not reuse the bracket; use the new one that came in the inflator kit.
11. Remove the inflator by pulling it out.
12. Install the new inflator.
    NOTE: There may be some minor surface rust or corrosion on the new inflator; this is OK.

    Click BELOW  for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to inflators. While both the driver's and front passenger's inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status inquiry.

    multimedia:A supplement to the article is available.

    Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. 

    NOTE: These inflators have blue collars.

    04790-TM8-407

    04790-TM8-A00

    1. One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a single tab, and a small flat spot on the connector. The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, two tabs, and a notch with a red dot. Make sure you insert the end with the shorter collar into the airbag first. 
       NOTE:

       • The V-SMART tool can only validate inflators with slotted end caps. You may receive an inflator with solid end caps. This is the correct part to repair the vehicle, but the V-SMART will fail the validation. The V-SMART validation must fail a total of three times  before you can have your supervisor override the validation using the Supervisor Inspection Override. 
       • Your supervisor can be a service manager, shop foreman, team leader, etc. The supervisor must inspect your work  to make sure the replacement inflator was installed correctly. When a supervisor enters his or her information, the supervisor is signing off that the technician's work was inspected and approved. 
    2. Slide the inflator in until the plastic collar contacts the bracket. The two tabs should align with the side of the airbag module and the metal tab as shown. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
    3. Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. Check there is no space or gap between the inflator and bracket by pushing the bracket against the inflator.
    NOTE: The bracket may have a little bit of play before you install the new nuts.
13. Hold the bracket against the inflator, then install the new 5 mm locknuts and torque them in sequence to 4.0 N.m (34 lb-in). 
    NOTE: Make sure you push the bracket against the inflator to ensure there are no gaps between the brackets and inflator when torqueing the nuts.
14. Remove the stickers covering the terminals on both sides of the new inflator.
15. Using the V-SMART tool, validate that the airbag replacement inflator is installed correctly.
    NOTE:

    • You must validate the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator installation using the V-SMART tool before  connecting the inflator harness.
    • Your warranty claim will not be paid if the V-SMART validation is not completed or the photo is not sent. Make sure you see the Uploaded Completed  message to confirm the photo was sent to the warranty department.
16. Install the new inflator harness.
    1. Make sure the airbag and harness are aligned as shown.
       NOTE:

       • The replacement inflator harnesses may have the wire colors in the opposite positions of the original harness.  If you connect the harness incorrectly, the harness cannot be removed and you will not be able to reinstall the airbag because the harness will be too short.
       • Connect the red wire connector to the short collar side of the inflator with the red dot.
       • The red dot may be difficult to see because of the bracket.
    2. Connect the red wire connector to the connector on the side with the short plastic collar. Align the "T" shape in the inflator harness connector with the T-shaped inflator connector, then press the connector into place.
    3. Connect the yellow wire connector to the connector on the side with the long plastic collar.
    4. After you hear each connector click, wiggle it to make sure it is secure.
       NOTE: If the connector is not properly aligned, it will come out.
    5. Make sure the connector is secure and in place by using the gauge tool. (PSPI6 Gauge Tool P/N: 070AJ-TA00A00 or 07AAJ-TA0AA00).
17. Connect the harness to the inflator brackets.
    1. Connect the harness clips as shown.
    2. Attach the 4-pin connector to the bracket as shown.
18. Install the passenger's airbag into the vehicle and torque the new locknuts to 9.8 N.m (7.2 lb-ft)  .
19. Connect the battery negative cable and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then enter the audio unit presets.
20. Set the clock (for vehicles without navigation).
21. Turn the ignition to ON, and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes off.
22. Put the original inflator into the box the new one came in. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box because if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
23. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB A15-0002 to return the undeployed inflator.
24. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number  must be included in the warranty claim.

REPAIR PROCEDURE PILOT

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and check if the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then turns off.
   • If the indicator comes on, then turns off after about 6 seconds, turn the ignition OFF, then go to step 2.
   • If the indicator does not come on, or if it stays on, contact your DPSM for assistance.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least 3 minutes before continuing.
3. Remove the front passenger's airbag.
   1. Remove the front passenger's dashboard trim by referring to the service information.
   2. Disconnect the front passenger's airbag 4P connector from the dashboard wire harness.
   3. Remove the mounting nuts and bolts to remove the bracket.
   4. Remove the mounting nuts from the hook plate.
   5. Release the hooks on the hook plate from the front passenger's airbag housing and remove the hook plate.
   6. Remove the front passenger's airbag.
4. Place the airbag, face-down, on a clean shop towel.
   NOTE: The orientation of the airbag is critical because if the inflator is installed incorrectly, the harness will be too short when you reinstall the airbag.
5. Visually inspect the airbag and the inflator for any unusual writing or markings. Refer to IDENTIFYING COUNTERFEIT AIRBAGS .
6. Peel the label located inside the inflator box from its backing, and attach it to the RO. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number that you received  must be included in the warranty claim.
   NOTE:

   • The replacement part number is printed on the top part of the label and the serial number is printed on the bottom. Make sure you attach the label to the RO and give it to the warranty clerk. 
   • There may also be a colored sticker located in the kit; ignore it because it is not used.
   • Not all inflator kits have a label included. In those cases, write the serial number and part number from the side of the inflator box on the RO. The part number always starts with 047.
7. Remove the harness from the inflator bracket.
8. Short the yellow wires.
   NOTE:

   • You must cut the yellow wires  for inflator removal and short the yellow wires on the inflator side as indicated to prevent accidental deployment.
   • Do not cut the red wires  because the airbag connector shorts these inflator wires.
   • There is glue securing the black insulation to the yellow wires. Be careful not to cut the wires when removing the insulation.
   1. Cut the yellow wires as shown.
   2. Strip away about 1 inch of the yellow wire insulation, then twist the wires together.
   3. Tape the twisted ends with electrical tape.
9. Remove the four inflator nuts.
10. Remove the inflator bracket.
    NOTE:

    • You can only remove one of the brackets, as the other is welded to the airbag housing.
    • Do not reuse the bracket; use the new one that came in the inflator kit.
11. Remove the inflator by pulling it out.
12. Install the new inflator.
    NOTE: There may be some minor surface rust or corrosion on the new inflator; this is OK.

    Click BELOW  for a short video about the different variations of the driver's and front passenger's replacement inflators involved with the recalls related to inflators. While both the driver's and front passenger's inflators are shown in the video, this is informational only. Replace inflators only as directed by the iN VIN status inquiry.

    multimedia:A supplement to the article is available.

    Check your part number against the ones listed for each installation procedure. Use the correct installation procedure for the part you received. 

    NOTE: These inflators have blue collars.

    04790-SZA-407

    04790-SZA-A00

    1. One side of the inflator has a longer collar, a single tab, and a small flat spot on the connector. The other side of the inflator has a shorter collar, two tabs, and a notch with a red dot. Make sure you insert the end with the shorter collar into the airbag first. 
       NOTE:

       • The V-SMART tool can only validate inflators with slotted end caps. You may receive an inflator with solid end caps. This is the correct part to repair the vehicle, but the V-SMART will fail the validation. The V-SMART validation must fail a total of three times  before you can have your supervisor override the validation using the Supervisor Inspection Override. 
       • Your supervisor can be a service manager, shop foreman, team leader, etc. The supervisor must inspect your work  to make sure the replacement inflator was installed correctly. When a supervisor enters his or her information, the supervisor is signing off that the technician's work was inspected and approved. 
    2. Slide the inflator in until the plastic collar contacts the bracket. The two tabs should align with the side of the airbag module and the metal tab as shown. There should be no space or gap between the inflator and bracket.
    3. Install the bracket included in the kit onto the airbag module. Check there is no space or gap between the inflator and bracket by pushing the bracket against the inflator.
    NOTE: The bracket may have a little bit of play before you install the new nuts.
13. Hold the bracket against the inflator, then install the new 5 mm locknuts and torque them in sequence to 3.9 N.m (34 lb-in)  .
    NOTE: Make sure you push the bracket against the inflator to ensure there are no gaps between the brackets and inflator when torqueing the nuts.
14. Remove the stickers covering the terminals on both sides of the new inflator.
15. Using the V-SMART tool, validate that the airbag replacement inflator is installed correctly.
    NOTE:

    • You must validate the front passenger's airbag replacement inflator installation using the V-SMART tool before  connecting the inflator harness.
    • Your warranty claim will not be paid if the V-SMART validation is not completed or the photo is not sent. Make sure you see the Uploaded Completed  message to confirm the photo was sent to the warranty department.
16. Install the new inflator harness.
    1. Make sure the airbag and harness are aligned as shown.
       NOTE:

       • The replacement inflator harnesses may have the wire colors in the opposite positions of the original harness.  If you connect the harness incorrectly, the harness cannot be removed and you will not be able to reinstall the airbag because the harness will be too short.
       • Connect the red wire connector to the short collar side of the inflator with the red dot.
       • The red dot may be difficult to see because of the bracket.
    2. Connect the red wire connector to the connector on the side with the short plastic collar. Align the "T" shape in the inflator harness connector with the T-shaped inflator connector, then press the connector into place.
    3. Connect the yellow wire connector to the connector on the side with the long plastic collar.
    4. After you hear each connector click, wiggle it to make sure it is secure.
       NOTE: If the connector is not properly aligned, it will come out.
    5. Make sure the connector is secure and in place by using the gauge tool. (PSPI6 Gauge Tool P/N: 070AJ-TA00A00 or 07AAJ-TA0AA00).
17. Connect the harness to the inflator brackets.
18. Install the front passenger's airbag with the new inflator.
    1. Install the hooks of the front passenger's airbag into the front passenger's airbag housing.
    2. Insert the hooks of the hook plate into the front passenger's airbag housing.
    3. Install the hook plate with the original mounting nuts.
    4. Install the new support bracket with the new mounting nuts and torque them to 9.4 N.m (6.9 lb-ft), then loosely install the new bolts.
    5. Push the bracket to the left and hold it while torqueing the mounting bolts to 9.4 N.m (6.9 lb-ft).
       NOTE: You must keep the bracket pushed to the left to make sure there is more than 5 mm between the inflator connector and the bracket as shown.
    6. Connect the dashboard wire harness 4P connector to the front passenger's airbag 4P connector then install the connector clip.
    7. Install the passenger's dashboard trim by referring to the service information.
19. Connect the battery negative cable and enter the anti-theft code for the audio and navigation system (if applicable), then enter the audio unit presets.
20. Set the clock (for vehicles without navigation).
21. Turn the ignition to ON and make sure the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds, then goes off.
22. Put the original inflator into the box the new one came in. Make sure there is no other hardware in the box because if the package rattles, it will not be accepted by the courier.
23. Follow the shipping instructions outlined in PIB A15-0002 to return the undeployed inflator.
24. Give your warranty clerk the RO that includes the replacement inflator serial number and replacement part number. For the warranty claim to be paid, the replacement inflator part number  must be included in the warranty claim.

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