Side Airbag Module: Installation

WARNING: The following service operations include the works which may affect the SRS airbag system. Before starting work, always be sure to confirm the precautions related to the SRS airbag system. (Refer to SRS AIRBAG SYSTEM )

CAUTION:

Be careful not to stain or damage the separate type front seat backrest cover during assembly. Do not reuse hog rings.
Secure the hog rings using a hog ring pliers.
Install the hog rings to the specified points securely and make sure that there is no wrinkle or twisting on the cover COMPL - front backrest.

NOTE: The following procedure is for LH side. Unless otherwise specified, perform the same procedures for the RH side.

Installation of the side airbag module LH
WARNING:
- Do not reuse the removed nuts.
- If the seat frame ASSY is deformed or damaged, replace it with a new one.
1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
  - Make sure that there is no foreign matters on the side airbag module.
  - Front seat, airbag module and mounting bracket are damaged or deformed.
  - Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or broken.
  - Harness wire is exposed.
2. Check that the ignition switch is turned to OFF.
3. Check that the battery ground terminal is disconnected.
  WARNING: After disconnecting the battery ground terminal, do not start the work before waiting for 60 seconds.
4. Install the side airbag module LH with 2 new nuts.
  Standard value: T=5.5N.m {56kgf.cm} {4.1ft.lbf}
5. Engage the two clamps to connect the wiring harness.
Installation of the separate type front seat backrest cover with pad (Refer to ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION )
Installation of the separate type front seat backrest ASSY LH
Installation of the front seat cushion shield INN LH (Refer to ASSEMBLY )
Installation of the front seat cushion shield LH (Refer to ASSEMBLY )
Installation of the vertical adjuster handle LH (driver's side) (Refer to ASSEMBLY )
Installation of the reclining adjuster release handle LH (Refer to ASSEMBLY )
Installation of the front seat ASSY LH (Refer to INSTALLATION )
Connection of the battery ground terminal
Standard value: T=6.0N.m {61kgf.cm} {4.4ft.lbf}
Inspection of airbag warning light (Refer to AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION PATTERN )