Side Airbag Replacement

Side Airbag Replacement

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

Removal

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

2. Remove the front seat Front Seat Removal/Installation (USA/Canada).

3. Remove the seat-back cover/pad Front Seat-Back Cover Replacement (USA, Canada Models).

4. Pull the side airbag harness (A) out through the hole (B) in the reinforcing cloth of the seat-back cover (C), then remove the side airbag (D).






Installation

NOTE:

- If the side airbag lid is secured with tape, remove the tape.
- Do not open the lid on the side airbag cover.
- Make sure that the seat-back cover/pad is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent proper deployment.
- Be sure to install the wire harness so that they are not pinched or interfering with other parts.

1. Install the side airbag harness (A) into the reinforcing cloth hole (B) of the seat-back cover/pad (C).





2. Place the side airbag (D) into the reinforcing cloth of the seat-back cover/pad.

3. Install the seat-back cover/pad Front Seat-Back Cover Replacement (USA, Canada Models).

4. Install the front seat Front Seat Removal/Installation (USA/Canada), then connect the floor wire harness 2P connector.

5. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure Procedures.

6. Move the front seat and the seat-back through their full ranges of movement, making sure the harness wires are not pinched or interfering with other parts.

7. Clear any DTCs with the HDS.

8. After installing the side 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 goes off.