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 also be replaced.
- Review the interior trim replacement procedure before doing repair or service Service and Repair.
- Removal of the side curtain airbag must be done according to Precautions and Procedures Service and Repair.

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

2. Remove the headliner Service and Repair.

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






4. Remove the side curtain airbag mounting bolts (A) and the mounting bolts (B) from the inflator tether bracket and clips (C) from the protector.






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 the precautions and procedures Service and Repair.
- If the airbag is frayed, or has only 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 tether brackets (A) are installed properly.
- Make sure the tether straps (B) are not twisted, and there are no tubes, hoses, or harnesses routed over the straps. Otherwise, the airbag may not deploy properly.
- If there is any damage to the side curtain airbag, do not try to repair it. Replace any damaged side curtain airbag.
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

1. Place the side curtain airbag assembly on the side of the roof. Tighten the new side curtain airbag mounting bolts (C) and the mounting bolts (D) to the specified torque, then install the clips (E). Make sure the clips are completely seated.






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





3. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure.

4. Clear any DTCs.

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 goes off.

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

7. Confirm proper headliner/pillar trim overlap.