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 Locations.
- Removal of the side curtain airbag must be done according to Precaution and Procedures Service and Repair.
- The side curtain airbag system consists of many components. When the side curtain airbag has been deployed, go to Component Replacement/Inspection After Deployment, and replace all of the parts listed Service and Repair.

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

2. Remove the cargo area side trim Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area.

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






4. Remove the headliner Service and Repair.

5. Remove the side airbag mounting bolts (A) and mounting screws (B) from the bracket. Detach the clip (C), then remove the side curtain airbag (D).






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

7. Confirm proper headliner/pillar trim overlap.

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 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.
- Make sure the side curtain airbag and the securing tape is not cut or is peeling. If the airbag or the tape is cut or is peeling, replace the airbag.
- 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, and fit its clip (A) into the hole in the body. Tighten the new side curtain airbag mounting bolts (B) and mounting screws (C) to the specified torque, and the clip is pushed until stopping.






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





3. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure.

4. Clear any DTCs with the HDS.

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 any clips are stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

7. Confirm proper headliner/pillar trim overlap.