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Curtain Airbag Module: Installation

CAUTION:
  • Refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" before handling the airbag module. <Ref. to CAUTION , General Description.>
  • When installing the curtain airbag module, install a specified part at specified place.
  • Be careful not to damage the curtain airbag module during installation.
  • Never open the curtain airbag module before activation. Never reuse the deployed curtain airbag module.
  • Make sure that there are no foreign matter on airbag module.
  • When reusing the tether clip on the upper part of the trim panel - front pillar UPR, check that there is no damage to the tether clip. If the clip is damaged, its holding force is reduced and the trim panel - front pillar UPR may come off. Be sure to replace it with a new clip.
  1. Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
    • Airbag cover is scratched or torn.
    • Harness and/or connector is cracked, deformed or open.
    • Harness wire is exposed.
    • Mounting bracket and securing clip are cracked or deformed.
  2. Install the curtain airbag module.
    CAUTION:
    • Be sure to insert the connector in until it is locked.
    • Press in the push lock securely. Then pull it gently to make sure that it is locked.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb) 

  3. Install the trim panel - roof assembly. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Roof Trim.>
  4. Connect the battery ground terminal. <Ref. to BATTERY , NOTE, Note.>
    NOTE: For models other than STI model, connect the ground terminal to battery sensor.