Side Airbag: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps required for correct restraint system operation during a crash. Follow all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step instructions may result in incorrect operation of the restraint system and increases the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
WARNING:
Front seat backrest trim covers installed on seats equipped with seat side airbags cannot be repaired. A new trim cover must be installed. Cleaning is permissible. Failure to follow these instructions may result in the seat side airbag deploying incorrectly and increase the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
- Remove the backrest cover. Refer to: Front Seat Backrest Cover .
- Remove the side airbag nuts.
Torque
: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)
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- Detach the side airbag studs from the backrest frame and position the side airbag out of the backrest foam pad pocket.
- Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the side airbag.