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

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-5. 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] .)
Due to the adoption of 2-step deployment control in the passenger-side air bag module, depending on the impact force, it is possible that inflator No. 2 might not deploy. In such cases, before disposing of the air bag module, make sure to follow the inflator deployment procedures and verify complete deployment of inflators No. 1 and 2.

NOTE:

When replacing the passenger-side air bag module after the deployment, replace it together with the mid-wiring harness.
When removing the passenger-side air bag module, perform the procedure in the posture shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Removing Passenger-Side Air Bag Module

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Switch the ignition to off.
Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Remove the following parts:
1. Passenger-side front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Passenger-side front side trim (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Glove compartment (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Decoration panel (See DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Dashboard under cover (See DASHBOARD UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
6. Passenger-side lower panel (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
7. Passenger-side side wall (See SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
8. Passenger-side front heat duct (See FRONT HEAT DUCT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
9. Blower unit (See BLOWER UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Connector
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Remove clips A.

Fig 3: Removing Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Clips A
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Remove clip B while opening the tabs outward using snap ring pliers.
Remove the nuts.

Fig 4: Identifying Bracket And Nuts With Torque Specification
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Remove the bracket.
Remove screws A and B while visually verifying the screw positions. (See SCREW INSTALLATION NOTE .)

Fig 5: Removing Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Screws A And B
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Pull the passenger-side air bag module in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove hooks A from the dashboard while spreading the dashboard in the direction of the arrow (1).

Fig 6: Removing Hooks A From Dashboard
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Move the passenger-side air bag module in the direction of the arrow (3) and detach hooks B from the dashboard.
Set the passenger-side air bag module bracket aside from the dashboard duct (5) while sliding the passenger-side air bag module in the direction of the arrow (4).

Fig 7: Sliding Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
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Remove the passenger-side air bag module.

Fig 8: Removing Passenger-Side Air Bag Module
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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 goes out.
- If the air bag system warning light does not operate, refer to the on-board diagnostic system (air bag system) and perform inspection of the system. (See FLOWCHART [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)