Remove the SIPS Bag From the Seat

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Ties And Igniter Cable

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Release the igniter cable

Note how the igniter cable is routed and where the cable ties are placed.

Cut the cable ties (2).
Disconnect the igniter cable from the clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Cushion Module

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Remove the SIPS bag cushion module

Remove the cushion module from the backrest frame as follows:

Remove the 2 screws, Torx 25.
Remove the cushion module.

Fig 3: Identifying Screw, Pressure Plate And Sensor Unit

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Remove the sensor unit

Remove the sensor unit from the front SIPS-pipe as follows:

Remove the screw, Torx 25.
Remove the pressure plate.
Remove the sensor unit
Let the clips remain on the SIPS-pipe's sensor housing.

Remove the SIPS bag from the seat

Remove the complete SIPS bag (i.e. sensor unit, igniter cable and cushion module) from the seat.

Assemble the SIPS bag in the seat.

Fig 4: Identifying Screw, Pressure Plate And Sensor Unit

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First check that the new SIPS bag is secured with the transport lock fitted on the sensor unit.

Install the sensor unit

Install the sensor unit in the front SIPS-pipe.

The clips shall remain on the SIPS-pipe's sensor housing.
Install the sensor unit.
Install the pressure plate.
With repair or collision; Replace with a new pressure plate.
With service replacement: Use the existing pressure plate.
Install screw Torx 25.

Fig 5: Identifying Screws And Cushion Module

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Install the SIPS bag cushion module

Install the cushion module on the backrest frame:

Install the cushion module.
Install 2 screws Torx 25.

If the SIPS bag has detonated, the securing screws for the cushion module are to be replaced with new screws. Use screws of the same type and quality as before. Tightening torque cushion module: 2.9 Nm

Fig 6: Identifying Cable Ties And Igniter Cable

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Install the igniter cable

Install the igniter cable and cable ties according to the previous placement:

Fit the igniter cable in the clips.
Install the 2 cable ties.

Install the backrest seat upholstery

Assemble the seat upholstery in the reverse order to Remove the Backrest Seat Upholstery .

Start by securing the clamps in the backrest in between the upholstery and filling.

Use special pliers P/N 1158962 to secure the clamps.

CAUTION: When replacing the upholstery on the backrest, use Volvo original seat upholstery or seat upholstery for SIPS bag approved by Volvo.

Install the front seat

Fig 7: Identifying Seat Compartment, Panel Over Front Edge Runner And Securing Bolts

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Assemble the seat in the reverse order to Removing .

NOTE: The outer, rear fastening bolt (C) is tightened last. Otherwise the seat will be secured askew.

After a collision; also replace the seat compartment.

Tighten to:

Seats/floor: 40 Nm

Belt: 20 Nm

When the front seat is in position

Fig 8: Identifying Transport Lock On Sensor Unit And Seat Compartment

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Do not forget to unlock the SIPS bag!

Remove the transport lock on the sensor unit.
Fit the transport lock from the holder on the inside of the seat compartment.
Install the seat compartment.

Fig 9: Identifying Decal On Driver's Side B-Pillar

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Change to the decal with the new date for the SIPS bag left and/or right side. Placed on the driver's side B-pillar.

The decal is supplied with the new SIPS-bag unit.