Side Curtain Airbag Replacement

Side Curtain Airbag Replacement

Removal

NOTE:

- If replacing the side curtain airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment Service and Repair for a complete list of other parts that must be replaced.
- Review the interior trim replacement procedure before doing repair or service Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Pillar Areas.
- Removal of the side curtain airbag must be done according to Precautions and Procedures Service and Repair.

1. Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure Procedures, then wait at least 3 minutes before starting work.

2. Remove the headliner Service and Repair.

3. Disconnect the side wire harness 2P connector (A) from the side curtain airbag inflator.






4. Remove the mounting bolts (A) and mounting bolts (B) from the bracket. Detach clips (C) (not on all models), clips (D) and clips (E), then remove the side curtain airbag (F).






Installation

NOTE:

- If replacing the side curtain airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment Service and Repair for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.

- Installation of the side curtain airbag must be done according to Precautions and Procedures Service and Repair.
- If the airbag is frayed, or has any other visible damage, replace it. Do not attempt to repair an airbag.
- When you install the airbag, make sure it is not twisted, and that it is not caught between the inflator bracket by the bracket bolts.
- Make sure that the side curtain airbag inflator retainer is installed properly, otherwise the airbag could incorrectly deploy and cause damage or injuries.
- If there is any damage to the side curtain airbag, do not try to repair it. Replace any damaged side curtain airbag.

1. Place the side curtain airbag assembly on the side of the roof. Tighten the side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A) and mounting bolts (B).






2. Connect the side wire harness 2P connector (A) to the side curtain airbag inflator.





3. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.

4. Clear any DTCs with the HDS Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

5. After installing the side curtain airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then go off.

6. Install all removed parts in the reverse order of removal. If any clips are stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

7. Confirm proper headliner/pillar trim overlap Service and Repair.