Curtain Airbag Module: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Subaru BRZ. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
The following service operations include the works which may affect the SRS airbag system. Before starting work, always be sure to confirm the precautions related to the SRS airbag system. (Refer to
SRS AIRBAG SYSTEM
)
NOTE:
The procedures described below are for the RH side. Perform the same procedures for the LH side.
- PrecautionsCAUTION: After turning the ignition switch to OFF, you may have to wait for a while before disconnecting the battery terminals. Check appropriate precautions for battery terminal disconnection before proceeding. (Refer to WORKING PRECAUTIONS AND NOTES )
- Disconnection of the battery ground terminal
- Turn the ignition switch to OFF, disconnect the battery ground terminal, and then wait for 60 seconds before starting the work. (Refer to
WORKING PRECAUTIONS AND NOTES
)WARNING: The air bag and pretensioner system are fitted with a backup power supply. If you start the work within 60 seconds after disconnecting the battery ground terminal, the air bag may be activated.CAUTION: To avoid damage to the molding, be sure to fully open the door glasses on both driver's and passenger's sides.
- Turn the ignition switch to OFF, disconnect the battery ground terminal, and then wait for 60 seconds before starting the work. (Refer to
WORKING PRECAUTIONS AND NOTES
)
- Removal of the roof head lining ASSY (Refer to REMOVAL )
- Removal of the curtain airbag module RHWARNING: When storing a removed curtain airbag module RH, even if it is a temporary storage, be sure to place the airbag module with the deploying side facing upward.
- Check that the ignition switch is turned to OFF.
- Check that the battery ground terminal is disconnected.WARNING: After disconnecting the battery ground terminal, do not start the work before waiting for 60 seconds.
- Using a fine flat tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, unlock and disconnect the airbag connector.
- Remove 9 bolts and 9 guides, and remove the curtain airbag module RH.NOTE: When removing the bolts and the guides, start from the front side of the vehicle.