Removing the inflatable curtain (IC module) support clips

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Fig 1: Identifying Inflatable Curtain Support Clips

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Remove the cover with plug.

HINT: Use a TX10 Torx driver. Press the driver straight into the hole to release the catches on the plug.

Move the cover to one side.

Fig 2: Identifying Weatherstrip Tool, Support Clip & Bodywork

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Angle the support clip to one side.

Insert the weatherstrip tool between the support clip and the bodywork. See the illustration.

Unclip the clip from the body. The support clips will be deformed.

NOTE:

Always replace removed support clips with new ones.

When replacing the new inflatable curtain (IC module):

The support clips are pre-mounted on the new inflatable curtain.

When replacing the support clips on the existing inflatable curtain (IC module):

Remove the inflatable curtain (IC-module) from the car. See IC (inflatable curtain) module, replacing .

Place the inflatable curtain on a level surface.

Check that the inflatable curtain is taped (white pieces of tape).

If these pieces of tape are missing, replace the inflatable curtain with a new one.

Fig 3: Identifying Weatherstrip Tool, Support Clip & Bodywork

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NOTE:

Only replace one support clip at a time.

Fig 4: Identifying Support Clip

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Remove the support clip from the inflatable curtain.