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Side Air Bag Module: Removal

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  1. Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  . Side air bag modules are located behind outboard bolster of driver and passenger seat backs. Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM  under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove appropriate front seat. See FRONT SEAT  .
    CAUTION: Improper removal of seat back trim panel can cause damage. Broken J-hooks may result. Follow removal procedure and use care when removing seat back trim panel. If seat back trim panel J-hooks are damaged, install new seat back trim panel.
  2. Remove seat back trim panel retaining screw. Push up on seat back trim panel. Pull out on bottom corners of seat back to disengage J-hooks. Slide seat back trim panel down and remove. Release 5 seat back trim cover J-clip couplings. Unzip side air bag deployment chute. Remove 2 side air bag module retaining nuts and discard.
  3. Position seat back trim cover and seat back pad forward enough to access side air bag module. Separate side air bag module from seat back frame. Slide side air bag module electrical connector locking clip and disengage. Push in on connector locking tabs and disconnect connector. Remove side air bag module.
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