Side Air Curtain (G2301161): Removal
WARNING:
- To prevent accidental deployment, you must power down the Restraints Control Module (RCM). Wait at least 2 minutes after you disconnect the startup battery ground cable before you do any work on the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS). If you do not follow these instructions, it can cause injury or death.
- Do not connect any electrical test device or equipment to the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) connectors.
- Always wear safety glasses when working on an airbag equipped vehicle and when handling an airbag. Failure to follow this instruction may result in personal injury.
NOTE:
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations for right side components, left side components are similar.
- Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: 12V SYSTEM DISCONNECT .
- To avoid accidental airbag deployment, wait at least 2 minutes after you disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
- Remove the headliner.
Refer to: HEADLINER .
- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the bracket.
Disconnect the electrical connector.
Release the 3 clips.
Release the 2 clips.
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NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.
- Remove the 3 bolts.
- With assistance, remove the side air curtain.