Installation

Side Curtain Airbag Removal and Installation

Installation

NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations Locations and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.

1. Side Curtain Airbag

NOTE:
* If replacing the side curtain airbag after deployment, refer to Component Removal, Installation, and Inspection After Deployment 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.
* If the side curtain airbag is frayed, or has any other visible damage, replace it. Do not attempt to repair an airbag.
* When you install the side curtain 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 side curtain 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. Install the side curtain airbag (A).









2. Connect the side curtain airbag inflator connector (A) on the floor wire harness.

2. Battery Terminal (SRS) - Reconnection





NOTE: If the battery performs abnormally, test the battery.

1. Clean the battery terminals.

2. Connect the positive cable (A) to the battery (B).

NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.

3. Connect the negative cable and battery sensor (C) to the battery.

4. Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.

3. HDS DLC - Connection





1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle. If it does not communicate, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.

4. DTC - Clear

1. Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS.

2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then wait for 10 seconds.

5. Confirm Proper SRS Operation

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and check that the SRS indicator comes on for about 6 seconds and then goes off.

6. Headliner - Check





1. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the headliner and removed trim pieces, along with the other parts listed for side curtain airbag deployment.

2. To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the headliner and all removed trim. Replace any pieces with the following damage:

* Any creases or tears in the headliner (A)
* Any damages around the grab handle holes (B) or the sunvisor holes (C) in the headliner
* Any clip bases (D) which have come off the headliner
* Any fasteners (E) or clip bases (F) which have come off the headliner

7. Headliner - 4-Door





1. With the help of an assistant, take the headliner (A) in through the passenger's front door opening.

NOTE: Do not bend the headliner. Bending the headliner will crease and damage it.

Without moonroof





With moonroof





2. With the help of an assistant, install the headliner (A).

M/T





A/T





3. Install the bolts (A) securing the shift lever assembly (B).





4. At the left C-pillar, connect the terminal (A), and install the bolt (B), then install the harness clip (C).





5. At the right C-pillar, connect the connector (A), and install the harness clip (B).





6. For some models: At the glove box opening, connect the connector (A), and install the harness clip (B).





7. For some models: Install the glove box stops (A) on each side of the dashboard.





8. At the passenger's A-pillar, connect the connector (A), and install the harness clips (B).





9. Without moonroof: Under the driver's dash, connect the connector (A), and install the harness clips (B).





10. Without moonroof: At the driver's A-pillar, install the harness clips (A).

8. Center Console Bracket (M/T)





1. M/T: Install the center console bracket (A).

9. Center Console





1. Install the center console (A).





2. Connect the connector (A).





3. Install the bolts (A).

4. Install the console box mat (B).





5. Connect the connector (A).

6. Install the bolts (B).

10. Cup Holder Panel Assembly





1. Install the cup holder panel assembly (A).

11. Center Console Panel Assembly (A/T)





1. Install the center console panel (A).





2. Install the clips (A).

12. Center Console Panel Assembly (M/T)





1. Install the center console panel (A).

13. M/T Shift Lever Knob

Except K24Z7 engine





1. Except K24Z7 engine: Install the shift lever knob (A).

NOTE: Tighten the shift lever knob until the shift pattern is properly aligned.

2. Except K24Z7 engine: Connect the shift lever boot (B).

K24Z7 engine





3. K24Z7 engine: Install and turn the shift lever boot ring (A) until it reaches the bottom of the threads on the shift lever.

4. K24Z7 engine: Turn the shift lever knob (B) until the shift lever knob contacts the shift lever boot ring.

5. K24Z7 engine: Tighten the shift lever boot ring and the shift lever knob together with the shift pattern properly aligned.

6. K24Z7 engine: Connect the shift lever boot (C).

14. Front Individual Map Light (without moonroof)





1. Connect the connector.

2. Install the front individual map light (A).

3. Carefully install the lenses (B).

15. Sunvisor - Check





1. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the sunvisor, along with the other parts listed for side curtain airbag deployment.

2. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, inspect the sunvisor for damage. A damaged sunvisor may cause the side curtain airbags to deploy improperly, possibly causing injury. Replace the sunvisor if it has any of the following damage:

* Any cracks in the sunvisor bracket (A)
* Any cracks in the sunvisor bracket cover (B)
* Any bends or cracks in the sunvisor shaft (C)
* Any cracks in the sunvisor base (D)
* Any cracks in the vanity mirror base (E)

3. If the holder grommet is damaged or stress-whitened, replace the holder grommet and the holder as an assembly.

16. Both Sunvisors





1. Install the holder (A) into the holder grommet (B) by turning it 45 ° clockwise.

2. Install the holder and holder grommet as an assembly into the body by pushing it until the hooks snap into place securely.





3. Connect the connector (A), and install the sunvisor (B).





4. While holding the bracket cover (A), rotate the sunvisor (B) forward until the hook (C) snaps into place.

5. Gently pull down on the sunvisor to make sure it is properly secured in the body.

6. Rotate the sunvisor into the holder (D).

17. Both Kick Panels

Driver's side





Passenger's side





1. Install both kick panels (A).

2. Install both front door opening seals (B) as needed.

18. Grab Handle - Check





1. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, inspect the grab handle (A) for damage. A damaged grab handle may cause the side curtain airbag to deploy improperly, possibly causing injury. Replace the grab handle if it has any of the following of damage:

* Any cracks or breakage in the grab handle
* Any cracks or stress-whitening in the caps (B)

19. Grab Handles for One Vehicle





1. Install the clips (A) on the grab handle (B).

2. Install the caps (C) fully into the clips.





3. Position the grab handle (A) on the grab handle bracket (B).

4. Push on the grab handle until the clips (C) snap into place securely.

20. C-Pillar Trim - Check





1. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the C-pillar trim with a new one.

2. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, check the C-pillar trim (A) and note the following items:

* To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the C-pillar trim and replace it with a new one if it has any of the following damage:

- Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitening in the C-pillar trim
- Any cracks or stress-whitened areas in the clip seating surfaces (B)

* After checking and adjusting the overlap between the headliner and the C-pillar trim, replace the front clip (C) with a new one.
* If the clips (D) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

21. Both C-Pillar Trims





1. Install the new front clip (A) to the C-pillar trim (B).





2. Install the C-pillar trim (A).

NOTE:
* Make sure the side curtain airbag is not tucked under the clips or the ribs.
* Do not push too hard on the C-pillar trim. If you push too hard, the clip will be damaged, and it will not hold the trim properly.
* Gently tug on the C-pillar trim to verify that all clips are securely fastened.

3. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.

22. Both Rear Seat Side Bolsters





1. Install the rear seat side bolster (A).

2. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.





3. Install the bolt (A) securing the rear seat side bolster (B).

4. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.

23. Rear Seat Cushion





1. Install the hooks (A) to the rear seat cushion clips (B).





2. Install the bolt (A) securing the rear seat cushion (B).

24. Both B-Pillar Upper Trims





1. Pass the front seat belt lower anchor (A) in through the hole in the slider (B).

2. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.





3. Install the upper area of the B-pillar upper trim (A).

4. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.





5. Install the bottom area of the B-pillar upper trim (A).

6. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.

25. Both Front Seat Belt Lower Anchor Bolts





1. Install the lower anchor bolt (A).

2. The driver's seat is shown; repeat on the passenger's seat.





3. Install the anchor cover (A).

4. The driver's seat is shown; repeat on the passenger's seat.

26. Both B-Pillar Lower Trims





1. Install the B-pillar lower trim (A).

2. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.

27. Both Rear Door Opening Seals as Needed





1. Install the rear door opening seal (A).

2. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.

28. Both Rear Door Sill Trims





1. While pulling up the rear seat cushion (A), install the rear door sill trim (B).

2. Push down the seat cushion, then install the hook (C) to the rear seat cushion clip (D).

3. The left side is shown; repeat on the right side.

29. Both Front Door Sill Trims

Driver's side





Passenger's side





1. Install both front door sill trims (A).





2. Driver's side: Install the screw (A).





3. Driver's side: Install the opener lock cylinder (A).

4. Driver's side: Install the cap (B) to the front door sill trim (C).

30. Ceiling Light





1. Connect the connector.

2. Install the ceiling light (A).

3. Carefully install the lens (B).

31. Front Door Opening Seal as Needed Both





1. Install front door opening seal (A).

2. Repeat on the opposite side.

32. A-Pillar Trim - Check





1. If the side curtain airbag has deployed, replace the A-pillar trim (A) and all clips on the trim with new parts.

2. If the side curtain airbag has not deployed, check the A-pillar trim and note the following items:

* To prevent the side curtain airbags from deploying improperly and possibly causing injury, inspect the A-pillar trim and replace it with a new one if it has any of the following damage:

- Any cracks, deformations, or stress-whitened areas in the A-pillar trim
- Any cracks or stress-whitening in the clip seating surfaces (B)

* After checking and adjusting the overlap between the headliner and the A-pillar trim, replace the upper clip (C) with a new one.
* If the clips (D) are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

33. Headliner/Pillar Trim Overlap - Check





Checking and Adjusting the Headliner/Pillar Trim Overlap

To prevent the side curtain airbag from deploying and damaging the pillar trim (A-pillar trim, B-pillar trim, C-pillar trim, quarter pillar trim), the overlap between the headliner and pillar trim must be less than 8 mm (0.31 in). To check the overlap, do this:

1. Install the headliner (A) and the pillar trim (B).





2. Apply masking tape (A) to the headliner (B) to mark the upper edge of the pillar trim (C).





3. Remove the pillar trim, and measure the headliner overlap.

* If the overlap is less than 8 mm (0.31 in), remove the tape, and install the pillar trim.
* If the overlap is more than 8 mm (0.31 in), go to step 4.





4. Carefully trim the headliner with a utility knife, reducing the overlap to less than 8 mm (0.31 in).

5. Remove the tape, and install the pillar trim.

34. A-Pillar Trim Both





1. Carefully install the new upper clip (A) to the A-pillar trim (B).





2. Connect the connector (A).

3. Fit the clips into the holes in the A-pillar.

4. Lightly push the A-pillar trim (B) into place, then install the trim.

NOTE:
* Make sure the side curtain airbag is not tucked under the clips or the trim ribs.
* Do not push too hard on the A-pillar trim. If you push too hard, the clip will be damaged, and it will not hold the trim properly.
* Gently tug on the A-pillar trim to verify that all clips are securely fastened.

5. Repeat on the opposite side.