Passengers Airbag Replacement

Passenger's Airbag Replacement

Removal ('00-05 models)

NOTE: If replacing the passenger's airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.

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

2. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover. Passengers Dashboard Lower Cover Removal/Installation

3. Remove the passenger's airbag 2P connector from the connector holder (A), then disconnect the passenger's airbag 2P connector (B) from the SRS main harness.






4. Remove the three mounting nuts (A) from the bracket. Cover the passenger's lid and dashboard with a cloth, and pry carefully with a screwdriver to lift the passenger's airbag assembly (B) out of the dashboard.
NOTE: The passenger's lid has pawls on its side that attach it to the dashboard.






Removal ('06-09 models)

NOTE: If replacing the passenger's airbag after deployment, refer to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment for a complete list of other parts that must also be replaced.

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

2. Remove the passenger's dashboard lower cover, Passengers Dashboard Lower Cover Removal/Installation then disconnect the passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) from the SRS main harness.






3. Remove the three mounting nuts (A) from the bracket. Cover the passenger's lid and dashboard with a cloth, and pry carefully with a screwdriver to lift the passenger's airbag assembly (B) out of the dashboard. If you are replacing the passenger's lid, go to step 4. If deployed passenger's airbag, replace a new airbag and a new lid as a set.
NOTE: The passenger's lid has pawls on its side that attach it to the dashboard.






4. Cut the four parts (A) of the passenger's lid (B) as shown, and remove the passenger's airbag.
NOTE:

- Always replace the passenger's lid whenever you remove the passenger's airbag from the lid.

- Replace the passenger's airbag if the airbag mounting hooks or its housing is damage.





5. Insert the hooks (A) of the passenger's airbag housing into the new passenger's lid, then insert the other hooks (B) into the lid.
NOTE:

- Make sure there are no objects between the airbag and the passenger's lid.

- Make sure the airbag is fully seated, and make sure the passenger's lid is not deformed or damaged after the airbag is in place.

- Do not use tools when detaching the passenger's airbag in order to protect it.





Installation ('00-05 models)

1. Place the passenger's airbag assembly (A) into the dashboard. Tighten the passenger's airbag mounting nuts (B).






2. Connect the passenger's airbag 2P connector (A) to the SRS main harness.
Attach the passenger's airbag connector to the connector holder (B), then reinstall the passenger's dashboard lower cover. Passengers Dashboard Lower Cover Removal/Installation

3. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure. Procedures

4. Clear any DTCs. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

5. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.






Installation ('06-09 models)

1. Place the passenger's airbag assembly (A) into the dashboard. Tighten the passenger's airbag mounting nuts (B).






2. Connect the passenger's airbag 4P connector (A) to the SRS main harness.
Then reinstall the passenger's dashboard lower cover. Passengers Dashboard Lower Cover Removal/Installation

3. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure. Procedures

4. Clear any DTCs. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

5. After installing the airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II); the SRS indicator should come on for about 6 seconds and then go off.