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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION


warning
  • Never attempt to disassemble or repair the seat belt pre-tensioner. If faulty, replace it.
  • Be extremely careful when handling the seat with pre-tensioner. Do not subject it to shocks, drop it, bring it close to strong magnets or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Always replace it with a new part if any dents, cracks or deformation is found.
  • Do not place anything on the seat belt pre-tensioner.
  • Do not expose the seat belt pre-tensioner to temperatures over 90°C (194°F).
  • After operating the seat belt pre-tensioner, replace the seat belt pre-tensioner with a new part.
  • Gloves and protective goggles must be worn when handling a seat belt pre-tensioner once it has been used.
  • Certain components of this vehicle, such as air bag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners, may contain perchlorate materials. Special handling may apply. For additional information, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
  • If disposing of a seat belt with pre-tensioner which has not yet been operated, its seat belt pre-tensioner must be operated first before disposal (Refer to ).
  • When removing and installing the front passenger seat belt, be sure to carry out accuracy check of the occupant classification sensor after the seat has been installed in the vehicle (On-Vehicle Service ).
Pre-removal Operation
  • Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.




Removal steps
<<A>>
1.
 Negative (-) battery cable


2.
 Center pillar trim cap (Refer to GROUP 52A, Trims ).


·
 Lower center pillar trim (Refer to GROUP 52A, Trims ).


3.
 Upper center pillar trim (Refer to GROUP 52A, Trims ).
<<B>>
4.
 Seat belt with pre-tensioner connector
<<C>>
5.
 Seat belt with pre-tensioner



Installation steps

>>A<<
 ·
 Pre-installation inspection


5.
 Seat belt with pre-tensioner

>>B<<
 4.
 Seat belt pre-tensioner connector


3.
 Upper center pillar trim (Refer to GROUP 52A, Trims ).


·
 Lower center pillar trim (Refer to GROUP 52A, Trims ).


2.
 Center pillar trim cap (Refer to GROUP 52A, Trims ).


1.
 Negative (-) battery cable

>>C<<
 ·
 Post-installation inspection
Required Special Tools:

REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS

<<A>> NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION

danger Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work (Refer to ).
warning Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable from the battery and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and seat belt pre-tensioner operation.

<<B>> SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER CONNECTOR DISCONNECTION

Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to unlock the locking button of the floor wiring harness side connector. After releasing the lock, disconnect the connector.

<<C>> SEAT BELT WITH PRE-TENSIONER REMOVAL
caution When discarding the seat belt with pre-tensioner, discard after operating the pre-tensioner as specified in the service procedure (Refer to ).

INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS

>>A<< PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1.
warning Dispose of seat belt pre-tensioner only according to the specified procedure (Refer to ).
When installing the new seat belt pre-tensioner, refer to “INSPECTION” ().
2.Connect the negative (-) battery cable.

3.
caution To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
4.Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
5.Check DTCs using scan tool MB991958 to ensure entire SRS operates properly.
At this time, check that no DTC except B1C3A and B1C49 are set.
6.
danger Wait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work (Refer to ).
warning Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable and tape the terminal to prevent accidental connection and seat belt pre-tensioner operation.

>>B<< PRE-TENSIONER CONNECTOR CONNECTION
Connect the pre-tensioner connector then securely lock the locking button of the harness-side connector.

>>C<< POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1.Reconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2.Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

3.Does the "SRS" warning light illuminate for approximately seven seconds, and go out?
4.If yes, the SRS system is functioning properly. If not, refer to .