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Curtain Airbag Module: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>General Description>CAUTION .
  • When installing the curtain airbag module, install a specified part at specified place.
  • Be careful not to damage the curtain airbag module during installation.
  • Never open the curtain airbag module before activation. Never reuse the deployed curtain airbag module.
  • Make sure that there are no foreign matter on airbag module.
  • Before installing the trim panel - front pillar UPR, check the condition of protective nonwoven fabric (white) of the curtain airbag. If it is damaged (airbag module cloth is exposed), replace the curtain airbag module assembly with a new part.
  • Check that there is no damage to the tether clip on the upper part of the trim panel - front pillar UPR. If the tether clip is damaged, always replace it with a new tether clip.
  • Do not reuse the tether clip removed from the upper part of the trim panel - front pillar UPR. Always replace with a new part.
  • For installation of the stereo camera cover, refer to "INSTALLATION", "Stereo Camera Cover" in the "EyeSight" section and observe the precautions for installation. Ref. to EyeSight>Stereo Camera>INSTALLATION .
  • Do not reuse the clips in the upper section of the trim panel - center pillar UPR. Always replace with a new part.
  1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
    • Airbag cover is scratched or torn.
    • Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
    • Harness wire is exposed.
    • Mounting bracket and securing clip are cracked or deformed.
  2. Install the curtain airbag module.
    CAUTION:
    • Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked.
    • Press in the push lock securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

  3. Install the remaining parts in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE: For installation of the trim panel - front pillar UPR, refer to "Upper Inner Trim". Ref. to EXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIM>Upper Inner Trim>INSTALLATION .
  4. Connect the battery ground terminal. Ref. to NOTE>NOTE>BATTERY .
NOTE: After connecting the battery sensor terminal, place the select lever in the "P" position.
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