Side Airbag Module: Removal

IMPORTANT: Refer to PRECAUTIONS before handing the airbag module.

NOTE: Remove the passenger's side by referring to driver's side.

Turn the ignition switch to OFF.

Disconnect the ground cable from battery, and wait for at least 20 seconds before starting work.

Remove the front seats.

Remove the clip, and then remove the side airbag harness from slide rail IN (A) and reverse side of seat cushion assembly.

Fig 1: Locating Side Airbag Harness

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Remove the backrest cover.

Remove the side airbag harness from backrest frame assembly.

Fig 2: Locating Backrest Cover Holding Side Airbag Harness

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Remove the side airbag module (A) from backrest frame assembly.

Fig 3: Identifying Bolts For Removing Side Airbag Module From Backrest Frame Assembly

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