Curtain Air Bag Module Removal/Installation [Two-Step Deployment Control System]: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE CAUTIONS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)

Switch the ignition off.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more . (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Partially peel back the seaming welts.
Remove the following parts:
1. Sunroof seaming welt (with sunroof) (See SUNROOF UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. A-pillar trim (See A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Sunvisor (See SUNVISOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Front map light (See MAP LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Assist handle (See ASSIST HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
6. Front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7. Rear scuff plate (See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
8. B-pillar lower trim (See B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
9. Adjust anchor cover (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
10. Upper anchor installation bolt on the seat belt (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
11. B-pillar upper trim (See B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
12. Rear seat cushion (See REAR SEAT CUSHION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
13. Rear side seat back (See REAR SIDE SEAT BACK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
14. Tire house trim (See TIRE HOUSE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
15. C-pillar trim (See C-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
16. Upper panel (See UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
17. Shift lever knob (MTX) (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R] .)
18. Selector lever knob (ATX) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
19. Shift panel (See SHIFT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
20. Rear console (See REAR CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
21. Front console box (See FRONT CONSOLE BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
22. Side wall (See SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
23. Front console (See FRONT CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
24. Rear vent duct (See REAR VENT DUCT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the headliner. (See HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Using a flathead screwdriver, lift the locking device carefully, however do not remove it.

Fig 1: Removing Headliner With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Lifting Locking Device Using Flathead Screwdriver With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the clip. (See CLIP REMOVAL NOTE .)
Remove the bolts.
Pull hook A, B and C in the direction shown in the figure and remove it from the body.
Remove the curtain air bag module.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s and turns off.
- If the air bag system warning light does not operate normally, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system. (See FLOWCHART [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)