Repair Procedures: Replacement: [Rear]

Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
NOTE: After disconnecting the cables, wait at least 30 seconds.
Remove the rear seat back assembly.
(Refer to Body - "REAR SEAT ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the side airbag module (A).
Tightening torque:

6.0 - 8.0 N.m (0.6 - 0.8 kgf.m, 4.4 - 5.9 lb-ft)

Fig 1: Locating Side Airbag Module
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Install in the reverse order of removal.