Removal & Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM.
- Remove appropriate front seat. See FRONT SEAT . Remove inboard seat cushion side shield. Release pin-type retainers and separate seat belt buckle and pretensioner electrical connectors from seat retaining clips. Using Seat Belt Bit (510-010), remove seat belt pretensioner mounting bolt. See Fig 1 . Remove pretensioner.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See ACTIVATING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Check AIR BAG warning light for proper system function. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .