Side Airbag Replacement

Warning: Store a removed airbag with the pad surface up and removed side airbag with the caution label surface up. If the side airbag is improperly stored face down, accidental deployment could propel the unit with enough force to cause serious injury.

CAUTION:
- Do not install used SRS parts from another vehicle. When repairing, use only new SRS parts.
- Carefully inspect the side airbag before you install it. Do not install a side airbag that shows signs of being dropped or improperly handled, such as dents, cracks or deformation.
- Always disconnect the side airbag connector(s) when the harness is disconnected.
- Do not disassemble or tamper with the side airbag.

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable from the battery, and wait at least three minutes.




3. Disconnect the SRS floor harness 2P connector from the side airbag harness 2P connector.

NOTE: When disconnected, the side airbag connector is automatically shorted.

4. Remove the seat assembly then remove the seat-back cover.




5. Remove the two mounting nuts and the side airbag.

CAUTION: Be sure to install the harness wires so that they are not pinched or interfering with ether parts.

NOTE:
- If the side airbag lid is fixed by a tape, remove the tape.
- Do not open the lid of the side airbag cover.
- Use new mounting nuts tightened to the specified torque when you replace a side airbag.
- Make sure that the seat-back cover is installed properly. Improper installation may prevent the proper deployment.




6. Place the new side airbag on the seat-back frame. Tighten the side airbag mounting nuts.
7. Install the new seat-back cover.
8. Install the seat assembly, then connect the side airbag harness 2P connector to the SRS floor harness 2P connector.
9. Reconnect the battery positive cable, then connect the negative cable.
10. After installing the side airbag, confirm proper system operation: Turn the ignition switch ON (II); the SRS indicator light should come on for about six seconds and then go off.
11. Reclining and slide the front seat forward fully, make sure the harness wires are not pinched or interfering with other parts.
12. Enter the anti-theft code for the radio, then enter the customer's radio station presets.