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Side Airbag Sensor: Installation

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CAUTION: If the hook - rear seat is disconnected from the vehicle body, make sure to replace the hook - rear seat with a new part to prevent the decline of the fixed force of the seat.
Fig 1: Identifying Rear Seat Hook
G06347514Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new part.
    • The side airbag sensor or connector are damaged.
    • Side airbag module has been activated.
  2. Install the side airbag sensor.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse the bolt and nut.

      Always replace with the specified new bolts and nuts.

    • When installing the sensor, insert the set pin on the backside of the sensor into the hole on the body side securely.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb) 

  3. Install the seat belt retractor.

    Tightening torque: 

    Front seat belt: < Ref. to  FRONT SEAT BELT  , COMPONENT, General Description. > 

  4. Install the cover side sill - front, cover side sill - rear, and the trim panel - center pillar LWR.
  5. Install the rear seat cushion assembly.
  6. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. < Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Repair Contents. >
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