Repair Procedures: Removal

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If the passenger airbag module has been deployed, replace the damaged crash pad.

Remove the main crash pad assembly.
(Refer to Body - "MAIN CRASH PAD ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the passenger airbag module (A) after loosening the bolts.
Tightening torque:

3.9 - 5.8 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.8 - 4.3 lb.ft, 34.7 - 52.0 lb.in)

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