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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
warning
  • Never attempt to disassemble or repair the curtain air bag modules. If faulty, replace it.
  • Do not drop the curtain air bag modules or allow contact with water, grease or oil. Replace it if a dent, crack, deformation or rust is detected.
  • Do not expose the curtain air bag modules to temperatures over 93°C (199°F).
  • After the air bag deployment, replace the air bag module with a new one.
  • Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling air bags that have already deployed.
  • Certain components of this vehicle, such as air bag modules and seat belt pre-tensioners, may contain perchlorate materials. Before deployment and/or disposal of these components, review and comply with all applicable Federal, state and local regulations.
  • An undeployed curtain air bag module should only be disposed of in accordance with the procedures (Refer to ).
 
 
Pre-removal operation
Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Removal steps
<<A>>1.Negative (-) battery cable
•Headlining (Refer to GROUP 52A - Headlining ).
<<B>>2.Curtain air bag module
Installation steps
>>A<<•Pre-installation inspection
>>B<<2.Curtain air bag module
•Headlining (Refer to GROUP 52A - Headlining ).
1.Negative (-) battery cable
>>C<<•Post-installation inspection
noteThe figure shows the right curtain air bag module.
 
 
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
 
 
<<A>> NEGATIVE (-) BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION
dangerWait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work (Refer to ).
warningBattery 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 air bag(s) deployment.
 
 
 
<<B>> CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL
caution
  • Never use an electric tester to diagnose the air bag module circuit. Never attempt to disassemble the air bag module.
  • The removed air bag module should be stored in a clean, dry place.
  • When discarding the air bag module, discard after deploying the air bag as specified in the service procedure (Refer to ).
  • Do not remove by mistake the inflator installation nut of the curtain air bag module shown in the Fig.
Use the flat-tipped screwdriver to pull out the locking button of wiring harness side connector, and release the lock.
 
 
 
 
INSTALLATION SERVICE POINTS
 
 
>>A<< PRE-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
1.
warningDispose of air bag modules only according to the specified procedure (Refer to ).
When installing the new air bag module, refer to “INSPECTION” (Refer to ).
2. Connect the negative (-) battery cable.
3.
cautionTo prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE), always turn off the power supply mode of the electric motor switch before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE).
Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE) to the data link connector.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
5. Check DTCs using scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE) to ensure entire SRS operates properly.
6.
dangerWait at least 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery cable before doing any further work (Refer to ).
warningBattery 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 air bag deployment.
 

 
 
>>B<< CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE INSTALLATION
caution
  • Take care not to contort the curtain air bag when installing it.
  • Do not trap the air bag with the peripheral parts.
  • Do not trap the strap with the front pillar trim clip or others.
  • Connect the connector to the inflator thoroughly.

 
 
>>C<< POST-INSTALLATION INSPECTION
cautionAfter the maintenance of the SRS air bag and seat belt with pre-tensioner is completed, be sure to delete the DTC and check whether the SRS warning light lights up (Refer to ).
1. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
2. Check that the SRS warning light is illuminated for 6 to 8 seconds, and extinguished afterward.
3. If the light does not extinguish, perform the troubleshooting (Refer to ).