Curtain air bag module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Mazda CX-30. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the following parts:
- Front map light (See FRONT MAP LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
- Sunvisor (See SUN VISOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Assist handle (See ASSIST HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- A-pillar trim (See A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (US) .)
- Front seat belt lower anchor (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- B-pillar upper trim (See B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Trunk side upper trim (5HB) (See TRUNK SIDE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- C-pillar trim (See C-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Pull out the connector stopper plate using a flathead screwdriver.
- Disconnect the connector.
- Connect the processing wiring harness to the curtain air bag module.
- Verify that all persons are standing at least 6 m {19 ft} away from the vehicle.
- Untwist the processing wiring harness.
- Connect the processing wiring harness to the lead-acid battery and activate the inflator.
WARNING:
- The air bag module is very hot immediately after activation (deployment) and can cause burns if touched. Leave the actuator alone for approx. 15 min or more after activation (deployment) to let it cool down before handling.