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• An undeployed airbag module should only be disposed in accordance with the procedures.
• Never attempt to measure the circuit resistance of the airbag module (squib) even if you are using the specified
tester. If the circuit resistance is measured with a tester, accidental airbag deployment will result in serious
personal injury.
• Whenever the SAB is deployed it should be replaced with a new one assembled with an extension wire. The
squib is melt down if the SAB is deployed making the extension wire useless.
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait at least three minutes before beginning work.
2. Remove the front seat assambly.(Refer to BD group)
3. Remove the seatback cover.
4. Loosen the nuts and remove the SAB(A) module.
After installing the side airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator
light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.
INSTALLATION
Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
• Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.
• Use a new mounting nuts when you replace a side airbag.
• Make sure that the seatback cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent the proper
deployment.
1. Disconnect the negative () cable from battery and wait for at least three minutes.
2. Remove ignition key from the vehicle.
3. Place a Side Airbag (SAB) on the seat backframe and tighten the side airbag mounting nuts.
Tightening torque
: 5.9 ~ 9.8 N·m(4.3 ~ 7.2 lb·ft)
4. Install the new seatback cover.
5. Install the seat assembly, then connect the Side Airbag (SAB) harness connector.
6. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
7. After installing the Side Airbag (SAB), confirm proper system operation:
A. Turn the ignition switch ON; the SRS indicator light should be turned on for about six seconds and then go off.
8. Recline and slide the front seat forward fully, make sure the harness wires are not pinched or interfering with other